Lot 888
  • 888

A Dutch silver tobacco jar and cover, probably Matthijs Crayenschot, Amsterdam, 1766

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Silver
  • 16cm, 61/4in high
shaped rectangular, raised on scroll supports headed by engraved flowers and foliage

Condition

18th century marks on body, cover and body also with 1814-1893 Dutch control mark, gilt inside body and cover, base a little whippy, marks clear, cover rim dented, but general condition is pretty good,
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