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Dealer: McKenzie Art & Design Limited
Location: Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
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Antique Brass Table Vesta With Novelty Enameled Figure

$300 (approx conversion from £235)

Code: MT23320

Dimensions:W: 8cm  (3.1")H: 5.5cm  (2.2")L: 11.5cm  (4.5")

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An unusual antique brass table vesta or nib holder decorated with a novelty black enamel figure of a boy diving on the ground dating from the 19th century. The heavily made vesta is of oval bowl shape with a hinged cover opening to reveal a rectangular recess with a rounded interior. The bowl stands raised on four flat round feet and is screw mounted on a rectangular tray shaped base which in turn is also raised on four feet. Regardless of purpose it is a quality and heavily made piece sadly lacking any identifying makers marks.  

Provenance: acquired in the British Art Market

In good condition with wear and patina associated with age and use. There is a bit of distortion to the surface of the tray base however this does not detract.