A silver desk stand 19th century, Portuguese

the base modelled as a shell, supporting three inkwells, one with a glass liner, and two pen holders, the border mounted with a swan, modelled with its head bowed and wings spread, crowned P and 'zigzag' assay marks, crowned P and 'zigzag' assay marks, 21cm wide, 18.5cm deep, 17.5cm high; 29ozt, Probably acquired by Cara Leyland Rogers Broughton, Baroness Fairhaven (1873-1930); thence by descent. Condition Report, Condition Report, The arm supporting the swan has seen considerable repair and resoldering. One lid finial not attached but present. Splits to the lower left edge of the bowl. Fixing for the left-hand pen holder not present. Knocks, wear and rubbing throughout. Request A Condition Report, Request A Condition Report

Estimate:£600

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