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English 19th century matched pair of brass watering cans from a London Hotel

$1,593.87per set
£1,165per set
€1,370.65per set
CA$2,188.94per set
A$2,449.85per set
CHF 1,279.21per set
MX$29,888.36per set
NOK 16,237.84per set
SEK 15,408.71per set
DKK 10,235.34per set
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This very decorative matched pair of country house type brass watering cans, one is a five pint and the other is a six pint, are both beautifully made in solid sheet brass. The larger one has a maker stamp on its underside for Williamson and Sons of Worcester. The watering cans also have matching brass labels on their tops with the words The Langham. The Langham is a large famous quality Victorian hotel in London. The cans are labelled to identify them as the property of the hotel and would have been used by staff members for watering flowers or potted plants around the establishment. Both pieces have had some solder repairs over the years but are generally in good condition. English circa 1900. G H Williamson and Sons were sheet metal works in Providence Street, Worcester and were in operation from the late 19th century until circa 1930. The size of the slightly larger can Height 27cm x width 35cm x depth 14cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 35 in (88.9 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Edwardian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Both pieces have had some solder repairs over the years but are generally in good condition and are usable. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Central England, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6434239641242

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