13th Sep, 2019 9:30 GMT/BST
Country House Sale (Day One - Part I)
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A Victorian Parcel-Gilt Silver-Plated Rosewater Dish or Charger, by Elkington, Late 19th...
The present rosewater dish is one of a pair depicting the twelve months of the year, six months to each charger. Other examples of this dish can be found in the collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London and Burghley House. The example in the Victoria and Albert Museum (REPRO.1888-123) was purchased directly from Elkington in 1888 for £13 10s.
Sold for £300
Estimated at £150 - £250
. In generally good condition with only some minor surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use.
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Auction: Country House Sale (Day One - Part I), 13th Sep, 2019
Country House Sale (Day One - Part I)
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