The Butler Hoard - 1st July 2025
Lot 280A
A RARE AND EXCEPTIONALLY LARGE BRASS LADLE
Estimate £300 - £500
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Description
A RARE AND EXCEPTIONALLY LARGE BRASS LADLE
MAKER MARKED, EARLY 18TH CENTURY
the deep bowl with two historic riveted repairs, the integral handle with five punched unrecorded 'A.V.' maker's mark
17.5cm diameter
Catalogue Note
The sheer size and repairs indicate a 'long working life' point to this ladle being for institutional use, a hospital, alms house etc.