A George II brass-bound mahogany peat bucket mid-18th century

of typical form bound by three engraved brass hoops flanked by a pair of bail handles molded with eagle heads issuing from acanthus leaves and flanking egg, the interior with a brass lining; with original fire gilt handles.

Stair & Co., London, Grosvenor House Antiques Fair, 1992

Overall good condition; some scratches and bruises around the brass bands; some scuffs and wear to the bottom edge consistent with age and use; overall with usual minor scratches and wear
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