A Victorian Silver Teapot by Samuel Smily, London, 1878, Retailed by The Goldsmiths' Alliance Ltd, Cornhill, London

Fully marked underneath. Further part marked inside cover and on handle. The marks are generally clear. The base stamped with retailers name. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There are some minor bruises, including to the lower handle junction which is pushed slightly into the body.

compressed cylindrical and on collet foot, the hinged domed cover with finial cast as a greyhound, with reeded ivory insulated handle

28cm wide over handle, gross weight 21oz 4dwt, 660gr