Arts & Crafts, and 20th century design - 1st June 2006

Lot 794

A large Hukin & Heath electroplated silver tureen and cover designed by Dr Christopher Dresser

Estimate £7,000 - £9,000

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Description

A large Hukin & Heath electroplated silver tureen and cover designed by Dr Christopher Dresser, model no.2123 with ebonised wood rod handles and finial stamped marks, regd diamond, designed by Dr C Dresser 23cm. high Widar Halen Christopher Dresser Phaidon, page 152 plate 171 for a comparable example with ivory handles and finial illustrated. Michael Whiteway Christopher Dresser 1834-1904, Skira page 96 plate 79 for a comparable example