The kettle of compressed shaped circular form, boldly embossed with foliate sprays, the hinged lid with a flower finial, the swingover hinged handle having ivory insulators, the tripod stand decorated with cast, floral swags below foliate and scroll embossing, the spirit burner lacking the handle finial, London 1846, maker Benjamin Smith III, gross weight 2820 grams
| Estimate: | £1,500 - £2,000 |
| Hammer price: | £2,600 |
Footnotes:
This lot contains ivory
and has been registered in accordance with the Ivory Act (section10). Reference 6XKSJBTV
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countries have limitations on importing items made from endangered species,
including materials such as coral, ivory, and tortoiseshell. Therefore, it is
advisable for potential buyers to familiarize themselves with relevant customs
regulations before placing bids, particularly if they intend to import this lot
into another country.