Arts & Crafts, including the collection of the late Barbara Morris - 23rd June 2010

Lot 494

A Hukin & Heath electroplated biscuit barrel

Estimate £200 - £400 | Hammer £220

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Description

A Hukin & Heath electroplated biscuit barrel, in the manner of Dr Christopher Dresser, model no. 01318, twin door form with ebonised wood handle, on ball feet stamped number to base 25 cm. wide. This biscuit barrel with its two hinged doors uses Ebenezer Hall Juniors patented fixed handle and opening chain mechanism patented in 1884.