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A collection of domestic metalware items including a teapot, a pitcher, a lidded pot, and a set of eight stair rods. The teapot is of hexagonal form, constructed from a white metal alloy or pewter, featuring cast decorative panels with low-relief floral and scroll motifs, a hinged lid with a finial, and a scrolled handle. A small rectangular mark is present on the lower body, though the characters are not legible as a name. The pitcher is of baluster form, fashioned from hammered copper with a wide spout and a simple loop handle, showing a visible vertical seam. The bulbous pot is constructed from hammered copper with a contrasting brass or bronze lid and a wrought metal strap handle. The lot further includes a set of eight brass stair rods, each featuring an extruded triangular profile and terminating in decorative cast acorn-style finials.
Condition report:
The teapot exhibits a heavy dark patina and surface oxidation across all panels, with notable wear to the handle (photo 1). The copper pitcher shows significant oxidation, surface discoloration, and several small dings and scratches consistent with domestic use (photo 2). The lidded copper pot displays verdigris and oxidation, particularly concentrated around the base and the handle attachments (photo 2). The set of eight brass stair rods shows variable surface tarnish and oxidation, with minor surface pitting and light scratches present across the set (photo 3).
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