Furniture & Works of Art - 21st September 2010

Lot 142

An early 17th century pewter hammerhead baluster measure

Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £480

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Description

An early 17th century pewter hammerhead baluster measure, with flat lid and scroll handle, both with stamped ownership traid 'W over R M', the rim with touchmark of two figures supporting a frame, and crown hR, 7in (18cm) h. Provenance: Richard Mundey, London. Excavated by the side of the River Thames, near Hampton Court.