An early George III silver hot water pot.
An early George III silver hot water pot, of bellied form raised upon a spreading circular foot, with later chased floral and foliate decoration to the whole, with a foliate capped scroll handle having ivory insulators, and conforming decoration to hinged lid. Hallmarked Lewis Herne & Francis Butty, London 1764. Height 8.75" (22.25cm), gross weight 13ozt (405.4 grams).
Condition Report:
- In overall good condition, displaying general surface wear, marks, scratches and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use.
- Lower handle fixing pin missing, causing slight movement to handle.
- Hallmarks and maker's marks partly worn.
- Visible engraving 'D' to one central cartouche.
- Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
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An early George III silver hot water pot, of bellied form raised upon a spreading circular foot, with later chased floral and foliate decoration to the whole, with a foliate capped scroll handle having ivory insulators, and conforming decoration to hinged lid. Hallmarked Lewis Herne & Francis Butty, London 1764. Height 8.75" (22.25cm), gross weight 13ozt (405.4 grams).
Condition Report:
- In overall good condition, displaying general surface wear, marks, scratches and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use.
- Lower handle fixing pin missing, causing slight movement to handle.
- Hallmarks and maker's marks partly worn.
- Visible engraving 'D' to one central cartouche.
- Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
