Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 76B

Lot 76B

Scottish Silver Mounted Ram’s Horn Table Snuff Mull, Edinburgh, 1928

Scottish Silver Mounted Ram’s Horn Table Snuff Mull, Edinburgh, 1928
Lot 76B Details
Scottish Silver Mounted Ram’s Horn Table Snuff Mull, Edinburgh, 1928

the hinged cover repoussé with thistles, dragons and Celtic ornament around a central cairngorm, the terminal with thistle finial, raised on three ball feet
7.9" x 11.5" — 20 x 29.3 cm.
maker’s marks J.S.S

Estimate $700-$1,000

Realised: $4,080
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Scottish Silver Mounted Ram’s Horn Table Snuff Mull, Edinburgh, 1928
  • Scottish Silver Mounted Ram’s Horn Table Snuff Mull, Edinburgh, 1928
  • Scottish Silver Mounted Ram’s Horn Table Snuff Mull, Edinburgh, 1928
  • Scottish Silver Mounted Ram’s Horn Table Snuff Mull, Edinburgh, 1928
Provenance:

Lucy and Allan Bronfman Collection

CONDITION DETAILS

One lappet at terminal missing and others with splits; varnish flaking in places; well marked on the cover rim and both collars

LOT 76B
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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