George II silver kettle on stand, Benjamin Gignac, Letter dated 1757, London, maker's mark of Benjamin Gignac, repousse decorated with scrolls and flowerheads, stand set with chafing element, woven cane wrapped handle, fully hallmarked to kettle underside with partial maker's mark, 13"h x 10"l x 8"w, approx. 72ozt (total)

Provenance: A Private Collection: 710 Park Avenue, NYC; Christie's East, 20 February 1985, [lot 246]

Good, nice burnished patina, caning without breaks, appears complete **Note: Condition reports are based on visual inspection under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request a more thorough examination, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.