A George III Scottish Silver Teapot Maker's Mark Lacking, Edinburgh, 1790
shaped oval and with foliage engraved borders, each side engraved with a ribbon-tied shield, one engraved with initials and one vacant, the domed cover with carved pineapple finial, with later carved wood handle 29.5cm wide over handle, gross weight 16oz 9dwt, 512gr
Marked underneath. The makers mark is lacking. The marks are clear. The cover is apparently unmarked. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The carved handle and finial are both probably later. There are some minor dents. We are happy to provide Condition Reports to prospective buyers, but would welcome your request as soon as possible, preferably at least 48 hours before the Day of Sale. We cannot guarantee a reply to any requests made within 48 hours of the start of the auction. The absence of a Condition Report from a lot does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition. 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 prospective buyers to inspect an item in person where possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers, or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Regarding Pictures, Prints and Works on Paper, works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. 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. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report.
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shaped oval and with foliage engraved borders, each side engraved with a ribbon-tied shield, one engraved with initials and one vacant, the domed cover with carved pineapple finial, with later carved wood handle 29.5cm wide over handle, gross weight 16oz 9dwt, 512gr
Marked underneath. The makers mark is lacking. The marks are clear. The cover is apparently unmarked. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The carved handle and finial are both probably later. There are some minor dents. We are happy to provide Condition Reports to prospective buyers, but would welcome your request as soon as possible, preferably at least 48 hours before the Day of Sale. We cannot guarantee a reply to any requests made within 48 hours of the start of the auction. The absence of a Condition Report from a lot does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition. 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 prospective buyers to inspect an item in person where possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers, or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Regarding Pictures, Prints and Works on Paper, works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. 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. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report.
