Lot 629
  • 629

A Victorian novelty silver-gilt presentation inkstand, Edward H. Stockwell, London, 1874

Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver, wood
  • 27.8cm, 11in. high overall
in the form of a Hussars hat with regalia; the tobacco box with stylised plume and applied drapery, the pouch engraved 'Peninsula, Sevastopol, Waterloo' beneath the applied royal crowned cypher, the hinged cartridge match box with applied crowned Royal cypher and Prince of Wales feather, resting on a sword among straps and chains, ebonised wood pedestal base

Condition

Hallmarks fully or part marked clearly to all elements. The plume is slightly loose and cannot be tightened further. The gilding is of nice colour and in good condition. Good crisp condition. The base needs new baize and possibly loading. A few chips and scuffs but generally good.
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