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Antique Brass Table Vesta with Novelty Enameled Figure

About the Item

An unusual antique brass table vesta or nib holder decorated with a novelty black enamel figure of a boy diving on the ground dating from the 19th century. The heavily made vesta is of oval bowl shape with a hinged cover opening to reveal a rectangular recess with a rounded interior. The bowl stands raised on four flat round feet and is screw mounted on a rectangular tray shaped base which in turn is also raised on four feet. Regardless of purpose it is a quality and heavily made piece sadly lacking any identifying makers marks. Provenance: acquired in the British Art Market In good condition with wear and patina associated with age and use. There is a bit of distortion to the surface of the tray base however this does not detract.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.17 in (5.5 cm)Width: 4.53 in (11.5 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bishop's Stortford, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MT23320 1stDibs: LU1328232193432

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