A fine Victorian silver griffin claret jug, George Fox, London 1878
Estimate $10,000 – $12,000
the standing griffin with hinged head set with ruby glass eyes, the cast scroll handle with applied feather decoration, and the lower section of the body with simulated layers of fur, on cast claw feet
21.5 cm high, 760 gms
Condition Report
Marks to Griffin Mask clear, slight wear to marks on base, overall in excellent condition.
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