2nd Aug, 2019 10:30 GMT/BST
Sold for £130
The funnell: there is some wear to the marks on back sections. The end of the funnell has been damaged. Otherwise surface scratching, wear and bruising, consistent with age and use. The sale-cellar: the marks, especially the maker's mark, are worn. There is overall surface scratching and wear. The spoons: there is wear to all the marks. Otherwise typical surface scratching and wear. The palanquin: One carrying handle has broken off and is lacking.
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Auction: Antiques & Interiors (Part I), 2nd Aug, 2019
Antiques & Interiors (Part I)
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