Description:
Elizabeth II Sterling Silver Owl-form Mustard Pot, London, 1958-59, William Comyns & Sons Ltd., maker, Tiffany & Co., retailer, with glass inset eyes and a hinged head with a notch below the beak to hold a small spoon with mouse-form terminal, ht. 4 1/2 in., approx. 13.2 troy oz. (includes glass eyes).
Estimate $400-600
Light wear to surface, lid does not close fully. Verdigris to joints including interior hinge, side joints and around feet. Joints adhering eyes rusted, one eye loose, but present.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Tiffany & Co., LondonStuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.