A Four-Piece George VI Silver Tea-Service by Walker and Hall, Sheffield, 1946

in the Art Deco style, tapering cylindrical and on stepped foot, comprising a teapot; a hot-water jug, each with composition handles and finials; a cream-jug and a sugar-bowl; Together With a similar silver plate tea-caddy, by Hukin and Heath, cylindrical and engraved 'Tea' the hot-water jug 19.5cm high, gross weight of silver 52oz 4dwt, 1,624gr (5)

Each piece fully marked near rim. The teapot and hot-water jug each further part marke inside cover. The tea-caddy marked underneath. The marks are generally clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There is some bruising in places, this causes the teapot and the cream-jug to rock slightly when placed on a level surface. There is a split to the hinge of the teapot where it attaches to the body. The means the cover does not close tightly. The base metal shows through in some places on the tea-caddy. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the Seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage people to see an item in person when possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession.