Fine Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Vinaigrette Francis Clarke Birmingham 1841 Sold 1823 - July 14

1823 - July 14

A very rare twin section walnut brass & leather cabinet designed by Paul McCobb

The front having three inlaid drawers with gilded bronze handles and featherbanded with walnut in a lighter shade

18" long X 16

Each figure can be removed from the wooden plinth and both signed to the underside

Fine Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Vinaigrette Francis Clarke Birmingham 1841 Sold 1823 - July 14SOLD A very early Victorian sterling silver gilt viniagrette by Francis Clarke, Birmingham, 1841. This very nice vinaigrette is in fine condition with an engine turned top, engraved with a shield shaped vacant cartouche (no monogram),the back of the case also with 'rope twist' engine turned decoration. The hinged lid with a floral clasp enclosing an interior engraved gilt hinged cover, to receive a sponge that would hold a fragrance as an antidote to