Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1900s.
The hinged lid is topped by are carved Ebony finial and the handle too made from solid Ebony.
The stand is supported by the most elegant splayed feet leading up to an exceptional cast reticulated "skirt", very unusual. The kettle is secured with the use of two "keys" one releases the back of the kettle so that it could pivot on the front hinge to pour while still on the stand. The key to the front can also be released removing the kettle completely. There is a burner below which would have been filled with fuel to light the wick, keeping the water hot and ready to top-up the teapot.
The underside is fully marked G & S for Goodfellow & Sons of London.
Superb in every way. The footprint measures 7" x 6 1/4" x 13" tall.
Item ID: 33625
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1900s.
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Top-notch Antique English Silver Plated Spirit Kettle on Stand C.1900 by Goodfellow & Son, London
