An early ‘Castle top’ Vinaigrette with a view of Abbotsford.
A silver-gilt scene top Vinaigrette, 1836, by Nathaniel Mills, Birmingham, the lid inset with a view of Abbotsford. The vinaigrette retains its original morocco case.
For the history of ‘Castle top’ boxes, see the Research tab of this website.
Description
Condition:
Very good. Some light scratching to the interior base. Minor wear to the outer leather case.
Dimensions:
The case: length – 4.70 cm.; Width – 3.40 cm.; Depth – 2.20 cm.; Gross weight – 36.50 gms. [Weight of vinaigrette only – 28.70 gms.]
