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C1710 Very Rare David Clayton Toy Kettle on Stand 22 Grams
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C1710 Very Rare David Clayton Toy Kettle on Stand 22 Grams

18th century
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This is a lovely miniature teapot on stand made in c1710 by David Clayton, it is in very good condition, the kettle is fully hallmarked for Britannia standard under the base but the date letter is difficult to read, the stand has the Clayton Britannia standard mark only, his silver is much sought after, the items are perfect miniatures of the original large items. it is 5cms high and weighs 22 grams .

A fine early 18th century toy kettle on stand

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Dudley Antique Silver has dated this Antique Silver Toy Kettle to the 18th Century.

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This is a lovely miniature teapot on stand made in c1710 by David Clayton, it is in very good condition, the kettle is fully hallmarked for Britannia standard under the base but the date letter is difficult to read, the stand has the Clayton Britannia standard mark only, his silver is much sought after, the items are perfect miniatures of the original large items. it is 5cms high and weighs 22 grams .

A fine early 18th century toy kettle on stand

Date of Manufacture

Dudley Antique Silver has dated this Antique Silver Toy Kettle to the 18th Century.

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Dudley Antique Silver
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2022

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An early eighteenth-century miniature silver kettle featuring a curved spout, overhead swing handle, and domed lid, resting upon a matching silver tripod stand.
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Archive I An early eighteenth-century miniature silver kettle featuring a curved spout, overhead swing handle, and domed lid, resting upon a matching silver tripod stand.

C1710 Very Rare David Clayton Toy Kettle on Stand 22 Grams

Archive II An early eighteenth-century miniature silver kettle featuring a curved spout, overhead swing handle, and domed lid, resting upon a matching silver tripod stand. View II
Archive III An early eighteenth-century miniature silver kettle featuring a curved spout, overhead swing handle, and domed lid, resting upon a matching silver tripod stand. View III
Archive IV An early eighteenth-century miniature silver kettle featuring a curved spout, overhead swing handle, and domed lid, resting upon a matching silver tripod stand. View IV
Archive V An early eighteenth-century miniature silver kettle featuring a curved spout, overhead swing handle, and domed lid, resting upon a matching silver tripod stand. View V
Archive VI An early eighteenth-century miniature silver kettle featuring a curved spout, overhead swing handle, and domed lid, resting upon a matching silver tripod stand. View VI
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An early eighteenth-century miniature silver kettle featuring a curved spout, overhead swing handle, and domed lid, resting upon a matching silver tripod stand.
c1710 very rare David Clayton toy kettle on stand 22 grams
Ref: SA1244723
An early eighteenth-century miniature silver kettle featuring a curved spout, overhead swing handle, and domed lid, resting upon a matching silver tripod stand.
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  • ObjectMiniatures
  • Period18th century
  • StyleQueen Anne
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsOverhead swing handle, Curved spout, Tripod stand, Domed lid

This Queen Anne toy kettle on stand dates from the eighteenth century. Made from silver, the miniature tea service item possesses a bright silver colour with a polished finish. The design incorporates a domed lid, an overhead swing handle, a curved spout, and a matching tripod stand. Fully hallmarked for Britannia standard underneath the base, the object shows light surface wear appropriate for its early date. Standing 5 cms high and weighing 22 grams, the piece has a suitably compact scale for display. In a modern home, this piece fits well placed on a bookshelf or within a cabinet amongst other small antiques, bringing period character to a study or living room shelf.

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Miniature silver items, historically called silver toys, originated in sixteenth-century Europe and gained widespread popularity in Britain during the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries, produced as luxury display items for adult collectors and wealthy households.

These items were crafted from sterling silver using traditional silversmithing techniques, including hand-hammering, seam construction, casting for small elements like handles and spouts, and precise fitting for removable stands.

Authentic pieces from this period often display specific silversmith marks, such as those of maker David Clayton, alongside period-correct construction details, natural surface patination, and proportional scaling typical of early eighteenth-century tea equipment.

Small silver scale models are suited for display within glass-fronted cabinets, specialized shadow boxes, or styled alongside books on shelving to add historical interest to modern spaces.

Clean silver gently using a soft, non-abrasive cotton cloth specifically designed for precious metals, avoiding harsh chemical dips or abrasive creams that can wear down detailed engraving and makers marks.
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