A George II embossed silver tea kettle on stand, with burner, by Francis Crump, with bird mask

A George II embossed silver tea kettle on stand, with burner, by Francis Crump, with bird mask spout, rattan handle and decorated with birds and flowers amongst scrolls, the stand on tripod supports, London, 1744, height 35cm, gross weight 67.2oz. (a.f.) ***CONDITION REPORT*** Two engraved armorials to the pot. Appears to have taken a couple of knocks to the main body. Two lead solder repairs to the burner where it joins the stand. Numerous small dents around the underside of the burner. Hallmarks clear. PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.