Fine Furniture, Decorative Arts and Silver

In good, stable condition overall. The top half of the typically spherical thumb piece is missing. Surface wear in the form of minor nicks, scratches and areas of tarnish to the hinged pewter lid. The domed lid is slightly loose from its hinge. Scattered instances of glaze skip and pitting to the cylindrical body consistent with age, together with more significant areas of loss to the glaze (particularly along the lower edge). Half of a pewter mount attached to the lower portion of the handle is missing. Examination under UV light causes an area of adhesive residue on the body to fluoresce, in addition to a minor patch on the underside.

The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Freeman's staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.

The absence of a posted condition report on the Freeman's website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Freeman's.

Please email for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.