Lot 23
A Victorian silver mounted claret jug, the clear glass body with bulbous base and etched...
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Lot 23
A Victorian silver mounted glass claret jug.
Lot 23
Lot Description
A Victorian silver mounted claret jug, the clear glass body with bulbous base and etched decoration depicting mythical dragons breathing fire amidst foliate motifs and fruiting vine, the silver collar decorated with similar motifs within bead borders, having a scrolled foliate handle with floral mounts, and the hinged lid within a coronet border and further surmounted with a dragon holding a crested shield. Hallmarked Elkington & Co (Frederick Elkington), Birmingham 1878. Maximum height measures 12 inches (30.5 cm).
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
The jug appears in fairly good overall condition, displaying some general wear, surface scratches and marks, in keeping with the age and general use. The silver mounts are quite tarnished and would benefit from a clean and polish. Hinged lid in working order. The hallmarks are clear and legible, also clear part hallmarks to lid and handle. The interior of lid is also impressed with maker's name and pattern number 14541.
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