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Decorative Arts & Design

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December 11, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 258

Lot 258

George II Silver Kettle on Lampstand, Benjamin Godfrey, London, c.1735

George II Silver Kettle on Lampstand, Benjamin Godfrey, London, c.1735
Lot 258 Details
George II Silver Kettle on Lampstand, Benjamin Godfrey, London, c.1735

engraved with armorials, with raffia-wrapped handle and wood finial
height 11.8 in — 30 cm
54.3 oz. — 1689 grams (gross)

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $4,500
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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George II Silver Kettle on Lampstand, Benjamin Godfrey, London, c.1735
  • George II Silver Kettle on Lampstand, Benjamin Godfrey, London, c.1735
  • George II Silver Kettle on Lampstand, Benjamin Godfrey, London, c.1735
Provenance:

Estate of William B.G. Humphries, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

In substantially good condition; good maker's mark only under the base of the kettle and also under the font of the stand, there with three other marks not obviously legible; engraved with scratch weight 54=13=4 on the kettle

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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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