04-06-201304-06-2013
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Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
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April 6, 2013 10:00 AMCalender
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George IV Sterling Silver Tea Kettle on Stand

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$9,600$8,000
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2645BLocation: BostonDate / Time: April 06, 2013 10:00AM

Description:

George IV Sterling Silver Tea Kettle on Stand, London, 1823-24, John Edward Terrey & Co., maker, kettle with wrapped handle decorated with stylized dolphins, cover with Chinaman final; bulbous, repousse-decorated body with four chinoiserie scenes separated by floral vine-work featuring Chinamen in various pursuits; spout with an eagle and spout mouth modeled as a bird's head; stand with pierced pendant floral garlands between three legs decorated with Chinaman portrait heads to knees terminating in splayed feet, with monogrammed burner with ivory knob, total ht. to handle 15 1/2 in., approx. 105.6 troy oz.
Estimate $1,500-2,500

Small area of loss to imitation wicker (plastic) wrapping on handle, three small dents to body (one within repousse chasing, another within open shield cartouche, and the third a linear indentation to the lower body). Stand/burner with minor usage wear. Otherwise in good overall condition.


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Keywords

London, head, John Edward Terrey & Co.