A LARGE 1849 LONDON STERLING SILVER TIPPING KETTLE
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Description
The large, bulbous, paneled, rococo influence kettle with hand chased and repousse decoration of fruit, foliage, 'C' scrolls and central medallions in high relief is raised on an elaborate openwork stand with lion masks. The hallmarks for sterling, London, 1848 and the maker's mark of Charles Riley George Storer, along with the sovereign are found in a number of places on the kettle and stand.
Measures 16.5 x 11.5 x 8.5 with a weight of 74.55 ozt.
Provenance: The collection of Josephine Bird Hall (1888 - 1948) by descent to her son, the present owner. Josephine's father was a founder of Kansas City's Emery, Bird, Thayer Department Store.
AN ABSENTEE BID PLACED IN ADVANCE COULD LOSE TO A LIVE BID OF EQUAL AMOUNT PLACED LATER. First bid precedence is not possible in auctions that incorporate live bidding via multiple online platforms, live bidders participating in the sale room and live telephone bidders. The only ways to avoid the possibility of losing the bid in this manner is to attend the live auction or bid absentee with plus-one option.
Be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions.
New customers purchasing silver, gold or jewelry must pay by wire transfer or check.
We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell.
Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Measures 16.5 x 11.5 x 8.5 with a weight of 74.55 ozt.
Provenance: The collection of Josephine Bird Hall (1888 - 1948) by descent to her son, the present owner. Josephine's father was a founder of Kansas City's Emery, Bird, Thayer Department Store.
AN ABSENTEE BID PLACED IN ADVANCE COULD LOSE TO A LIVE BID OF EQUAL AMOUNT PLACED LATER. First bid precedence is not possible in auctions that incorporate live bidding via multiple online platforms, live bidders participating in the sale room and live telephone bidders. The only ways to avoid the possibility of losing the bid in this manner is to attend the live auction or bid absentee with plus-one option.
Be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions.
New customers purchasing silver, gold or jewelry must pay by wire transfer or check.
We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell.
Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Condition
Very good condition throughout, no damage, repair or heavy wear. The family name, Bird, is engraved in a number of places as shown.
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A LARGE 1849 LONDON STERLING SILVER TIPPING KETTLE
Estimate $1,500 - $2,500
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