A rare and highly sought-after jug or pitcher in the form of a handsome owl and retaining his two large original glass eyes. Made from silver plate onto Britannia Metal with minor wear here and there but nothing serious and mentioned for accuracy; a small bump to the base. Made in England for the famous Parisian Maison anglaise, H.J. Linton (Orfèvrerie. Bijouterie. Maroquinerie. Meubles) @ 30, rue Feydeau in Paris. Highly collectable and in good antique condition with wear commensurate with age and use, dating to around 1910, Spanning 5 1/2" spout to handle x 4 1/4" x 8 1/4" tall. Item: 39545 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 39545
Dimensions
Height = 21 cm (8")
Width = 14 cm (6")
Depth = 10 cm (4")
Rare Antique English Novelty Silver Plated Jug - Owl With Glass Eyes c.1910
Price
£795
| $1,075 USD | €927 EUR
Item Ref
39545
Description
A rare and highly sought-after jug or pitcher in the form of a handsome owl and retaining his two large original glass eyes. Made from silver plate onto Britannia Metal with minor wear here and there but nothing serious and mentioned for accuracy; a small bump to the base. Made in England for the famous Parisian Maison anglaise, H.J. Linton (Orfèvrerie. Bijouterie. Maroquinerie. Meubles) @ 30, rue Feydeau in Paris. Highly collectable and in good antique condition with wear commensurate with age and use, dating to around 1910, Spanning 5 1/2" spout to handle x 4 1/4" x 8 1/4" tall. Item: 39545 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 39545
Dimensions
Height = 21 cm (8")
Width = 14 cm (6")
Depth = 10 cm (4")