It was listed by Jeff Sims Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
The original use would have been for salt but due to the good capacity, the tubs lend themselves to a variety of table uses, such as mint sauce, cranberry, mayonnaise or parmesan. Beautiful pieces, collectable, practical and decorative. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £12.00 UK
£20.00 Europe
£26.00 Rest of the World
Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, breaks or splits.
Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.
Date :- London 1792.
Maker :- Henry Chawner
Height :- 7.8 cms.
Depth :- 5.5 cms.
Width :- 13.8
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.
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