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A VICTORIAN NOVELTY SILVER VESTA CASE by Hilliard & Thom...

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A VICTORIAN NOVELTY SILVER VESTA CASE

by Hilliard & Thomason, Birmingham 1881, realistically modelled as a mussel, with detailed engraving and a hinged cover. 5.4cm long

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+ Calendar 2025-02-26 09:30:00 2025-02-27 23:59:59 Europe/London Country House Sale Our February Two-Day Country House Sale offers a diverse array of nearly 1200 lots, showcasing pieces with exceptional provenance, including items from the Galtres family and other distinguished deceased estates. Silver treasures include a magnificent Omar Ramsden centrepiece (commissioned by Lord Hyndley, London 1934) and a George IV silver-gilt wine cooler by John Bridge (London 1825). A private collection of Art Deco bronzes features a striking cold-painted bronze dancer by Josef Lorenzl. The Galtres family collection comprises over 100 lots, highlighted by a rare William and Mary burr elm chest of drawers and cricket table. A truly remarkable piece is a leather suitcase gifted by Howard Carter to his friend John ‘Tim’ Healey. Elstob Auctioneers
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