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British & Continental Auction | June 26, 2024

Wed, Jun 26, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 151

Continental Jade and Gemstone Silver Tea Kettle

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

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probably 19th century, urn form with scroll decoration, applied enamel courting scenes, final and spout with ring set with diamonds and cabochon rubies, test .850 fine, later insert on base marked sterling, on a silver plated base with cupids, applied jade decoration, 42.59 oz. T. excluding base, 18 in. 

Provenance: Christies, March 4, 2009, Sale 2141, lot 344, $5,250; Private Collection

Note: Kettle was tested with a XRF Precious Metal Analyzer (see photo).  

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Christies, March 4, 2009, Sale 2141, lot 344, $5,250; Private Collection

finial off but present, some elements later, base missing some jade decorations, one rose element off but present, light scratches, and wear