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Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
July 15, 2016 10:00 AMCalender
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Georgian Sterling Silver Teapot

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$1,353$1,100
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2920MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: July 15, 2016 10:00AM

Description:

Georgian Sterling Silver Teapot, bearing marks to underside for London, 1732-33, maker's mark "IS" similar to mark of James Smith I, bullet-shaped with engraved foliate register along lid, body further engraved with coat of arms, base also with scratch weights and additional monogram, ht. 4 1/4 in., approx. 13.0 troy oz.
Estimate $400-600

Surface decoration lightly worn, linear dent to upper edge (about 1 inch long),loss to base of handle. Silver to base appears thinner (with related metal fatigue visible to interior).


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James Smith, London