Fine Silver & Objects of Vertu - 24th April 2018
Lot 327
A late-19th / early-20th century Indian silver covered jug
Estimate £100 - £150 | Hammer £320
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Description
A late-19th / early-20th century Indian silver covered jug,
maker's mark of VK, Cutch of Bombay, circa 1900,
tapering oval form, chased with animals and foliate scroll decoration on a matted background, stylised snake scroll handle, the hinged cover with an elephant finial, height 10.5cm, approx. weight 8.4oz.
For a similar example see, Wilkinson, W., Indian Silver 1858-1947, privately published, 1999, page 89, illustration 129.