Lot 472
  • 472

A George IV silver teapot, maker's mark of George Burrows struck over that apparently of Charles Fox, London, 1821

Estimate
150 - 250 GBP
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Description

  • SILVER, WOOD
  • 20.7cm., 8 ΒΌ in. wide overall
of small size, compressed circular, richly embossed, engraved on one side with a crest and on the other with two crests (Crewe and Offley) below a baron's coronet, cast seated oriental figure finial, wood handle, scratch weight '8 14'

Condition

The marks and condition are generally good. The highlights are a little worn and the crests and coronets are later. The handle is original although missing some lacquer.
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