Important South African & International Art, Decorative Arts & Jewellery

Live Auction, 14 March 2016

Session 2

Sold for

ZAR 20 463
Lot 244
  • A Cape silver christening mug, John Townsend, second quarter 19th century


Lot Estimate
ZAR 15 000 - 20 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 20 463

About this Item

A Cape silver christening mug, John Townsend, second quarter 19th century

the lobed body engraved 'H.M' and raised on a spreading circular conforming foot, applied with a leaf-capped scroll handle, with moulded rims and gilt interior, the base inscribed 'From S.S.B.', 175g, 8,8cm high

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