Aspire Auctions
May 2003 Fine Art and Antiques Auction
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| 235. A Pair of Wine Coolers, Late 19th C.
Sheffield silver plate, both have cornicopia handles and engraved crests and coats of arms proclaiming the original owner's heritage; an armoured arm holding a branch, a wild boar and a lion. Vertical reeding on the lower half and gadroon rims. On verso a stamped "B" and stamped numbers "3" on one and "4" on the other, both on base rim. Fitted with a flat collar over the top covering the cavity between the exterior wall and a fitted interior canister, providing space for packing crushed ice separate from the bottle. Apprx 9-1/4" H x 10" wide at handles. 700/1,400 Sold $1,983.75 back to catalog |
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