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Lot 48

A VICTORIAN STERLING SILVER SPIRIT KETTLE ON STAND*
Hunt & Roskell, London,1862

Bullet shaped with ivory-mounted swing handle and knop finial above the facetted spout, the stand on three scroll supports terminating in shell feet, with a large detachable spirit lamp, the body engraved below the mouth with baroque strap and diaper work incorporating masks and foliate scrolls, engraved to one side with a coat of arms
37cm high overall, 1,706g in total

Estimate $1,600 - $2,400

Sold for $2,000

Small hairline cracks to the ivory components in places consistent with age and use
Small points/ dents to the spirit kettle in places


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.


* CITES permit required for export; obtaining this is the obligation of the buyer; the grant of an export permit from relevant authorities is not guaranteed.

Decorative Arts

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8785
6:00pm - 7 July 2025
Hawthorn

VIEWING
Fri 4 - Sun 6 July, 10am - 4pm
2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn VIC

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au


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