Historical Interest - Mahogany and brass three bottle tantal...

Hammer

£4,100

Historical Interest - Mahogany and brass three bottle tantalus with inscribed plaque to lid, 'Presented To Hugh Gough With Gratitude For Subduing Mulraj Chopra 1849', given to Viscount Hugh Gough, presented by the East India Company, awarded for his services during The Second Anglo-Sikh War, 34cm x 26cm x 14cm

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The item was gifted by Hugh Gough to the two individuals attached in the photo below (which is included with the tantalus). This married couple served in Gough's household and the piece was gifted to them upon retirement. The tantalus was provided to us by distant relatives of these individuals.