London, 1782, oval scalloped form, engraved scroll and bellflower decoration, ivory pineapple finial, lock, heraldic device on top, marks for Thomas Pratt and Arthur Humphreys, 11.57 oz. T., 5 x 5 x 3-3/4 in.

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Provenance: Collection of the Art Fund, Inc. at the Birmingham Museum of Art, sold to benefit the Acquisitions Fund

lacking key, finial scratches on lid, finial unmarked, accession mark