A Victorian Parcel-Gilt Silver Nef by Elkington and Co., London, 1891

the hull oval and chased with figures among foliage scrolls and strapwork and on a matted ground, the bow with a figurehead of a mermaid below the bowsprit, the deck set with cast figures engaged in various pursuits and overseen by a cast depiction of Neptune, with two masts, each with sails and rigging and with assorted flags, all on four openwork wheels 76cm wide, 54cm high, 141oz 11dwt, 4,403gr

Fully marked below bowsprit. Further variously part marked. The marks are genearlly clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There are some bruises and some damage to the rigging in places. 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.