Lot 116:
Description
A collection of mixed metalware in copper, brass, pewter, and silver plate. The assortment includes a trio of large circular brass wall plaques with embossed coaching scenes, and a further brass plate featuring a central polychrome transfer printed landscape. Serving pieces include a copper crumb scoop with repoussé pomegranate decoration, a pair of salad servers with textured copper style handles, and a silver plated bowl with a floral repoussé rim. Lighting is represented by various brass and white metal candlesticks, including a two branch candelabra and a silvered swan form holder.
The group further comprises decorative brass vases with etched patterns, a wirework model of a violin, a hammered metal hip flask, and several pieces of flatware including small spoons and a shell molded spoon. Visible marks include a pink adhesive retailer’s label on a wire basket reading ‘£35’ and another on a brass vase reading ‘£33’. A small white paper label is attached to the wire violin. Turned wood components are also included in the lot.
Condition report:
The collection shows signs of wear and age consistent with use. Visible tarnish and surface oxidation are present across the metal items (photo 1). Notable verdigris is visible on the copper and brass pieces, particularly the crumb scoop and base of the candlesticks (photo 5 and 6). There are small surface scratches and minor indentations to the embossed brass plaques (photo 4). The silver plated items show some loss of plating and surface dulling (photo 2).
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