A Victorian Silver Mustard-Pot and Mustard-Spoon by Edward Charles Brown, London, 1881

humouristically modelled as an owl and chased with feathers, the hinged head set with two glass eyes, with associated blue glass liner, the mustard-spoon with twisted handle and terminal cast as a mouse 95mm high, gross weight excluding liner 3oz 18dwt, 121gr

Fully marked on back and on bowl of spoon. The hinged cover apparently unmarked. The marks are generally clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the high points. The blue glass liner with some damage and loss around the rim. 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.