Scottish George IV Kettle Stand

Scottish George IV Kettle Stand

In the manner of James Mein, Kelso

This fantastic little Scottish kettle stand was owned until recently by the late German Princess Viola von Hohenzollern who kept it in her fairytale 18th Century Scottish castle.

It is very distinctive and in the manner of James Mein of Kelso. James Mein, a family firm of cabinetmakers and upholsterers are recorded as working in Kelso as early as 1784. James Mein senior died on 7th November 1830 and the business which was latterly located in Roxburgh Street went bankrupt in 1851. James Mein supplied furniture to the 5th and 6th Dukes of Roxburghe for Floors Castle and items made by the company were sold in the Floors Castle, Sale on the Premises, by Christie's in 1990. The distinctive turned boss at the base of the shaft on this table is characteristic of James Mein's work.

The table is of triangular form and the top has slightly concave sides and a low gallery with a ribbed border. It stands on a reeded and turned shaft and concave base also with the ribbed border and scroll feet with counter-sunk brass castors.

Condition:

Good solid condition, faded, particularly to top, and surface marks as expected for age.

Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information or photos.

The overall dimensions at the largest points are approximately

Width: 47cm wide (18 1/2in)

Depth: 40.5cm (16in)

Height: 60.5cm (23 3/4in)

Ref: 0192

Delivery can be arranged to most UK mainland destinations for £75 and is usually within 31 days.

When buying it is important appreciate antiques have long histories of daily use and as such, over time they gain minor scratches, marks, knocks, shrinkage splits, signs of old woodworm, lifts and losses to veneer, which combine with care and years of polishing to create an individual character and patina. We describe the main flaws and those that fall outside of this bracket but cannot describe each marks separately and therefore suggest you do take the time to request extra photos. We do offer a 14 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with your purchase but cannot refund the return shipping cost. If you are not sure please do not buy without clarifying or take the view that the only way to have it as near to new as possible is to have it fully and comprehensively restored.

For delivery we use a small carrier experience in carrying antique furniture. Delivery is usually within 31 days and the carrier will make arrangements with you directly. We can provide contact details of other carriers if required.