AN EXCEPTIONAL GENTLEMAN'S TRAVELLING DRESSING CASE BY D. & J. DILLER, CIRCA 1843
the silver components with heraldic device and London marks for Thomas Dexter, 1843-4, the top tray in deep blue Morocco leather including six crystal jars with three more located behind, and a patent 'magnetic' razor strop by Rigge's; a plush-lined middle tray with set of seven cut-throat razors with mother-of-pearl handles, the blades inscribed for each day, shaving brush and a mother-of-pearl mounted manicure set; the lower tray with boot jacks, button hooks, clippers, scissors, etc.; the base containing brushes, contained within a best quality figured amboyna case with lid containing mirror and stationery compartment with arsenic maker's label and inset with brass plate inscribed Mr Cottingham, inset brass handles and outer chamois-lined calf skin travelling case with duplicate maker's label, overall measurements -- 9½ x 14¼ x 11¼in. (24 x 36 x 28.5cm.)
Sold for £2,480
Estimated at £2,000 - £3,000
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
Fine condition throughout; the lowest comparment has an empty brush cavity.
We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.
AN EXCEPTIONAL GENTLEMAN'S TRAVELLING DRESSING CASE BY D. & J. DILLER, CIRCA 1843
the silver components with heraldic device and London marks for Thomas Dexter, 1843-4, the top tray in deep blue Morocco leather including six crystal jars with three more located behind, and a patent 'magnetic' razor strop by Rigge's; a plush-lined middle tray with set of seven cut-throat razors with mother-of-pearl handles, the blades inscribed for each day, shaving brush and a mother-of-pearl mounted manicure set; the lower tray with boot jacks, button hooks, clippers, scissors, etc.; the base containing brushes, contained within a best quality figured amboyna case with lid containing mirror and stationery compartment with arsenic maker's label and inset with brass plate inscribed Mr Cottingham, inset brass handles and outer chamois-lined calf skin travelling case with duplicate maker's label, overall measurements -- 9½ x 14¼ x 11¼in. (24 x 36 x 28.5cm.)
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Gloriana), 1st Nov, 2022
Page turning catalogue here
Downloadable bid form here
Order of Sale:
Mercantile (Sail & Yachting) 1-57B
Mercantile (Steam) 58-112
Naval (Sail) 115-202
Naval (Steam) 205-319
Navigational & Scientific Instruments 325-353
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Shippers
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Viewing
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