A Victorian Silver Mustard-Pot by George Fox, London, 1882

tapering cylindrical, the sides chased with foliage scrolls and flowers and with gadrooned borders, the hinged cover similarly decorated and with cast putto finial, with bifurcated grotesque creature handle, with conforming blue glass liner 11.5cm wide over handle, weight of silver 6oz 14dwt, 209gr Provenance: with Christopher Warner Antique Silver and Jewellery, 15 Princes Street, Harrogate, 5 April 1995. From the estate of Peter Haigh, Norwood Green, Halifax.

Fully marked underneath and further part marked inside cover. 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 is perhaps associated. 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.