Lot 190
  • 190

A George III Silver Honey Pot, Daniel Pontifex, London, 1803

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on body, base and cover, base scratched No. 11
  • height 4 3/8 in.
  • 11cm
realistically modeled as a honey skep on a slip-lock base, the removable cover with honey bee finial, fitted with a removable glass liner

Condition

good condition
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