Literature: Stevie Young, 'Broadhead, Gurney, Sporle & Company' PCCA Bulletin,
volume 8, page 94, figure 3; Donald L. Fennimore, 'Broadhead, Gurney, Sporle &
Company Britannia Manufacturers' PCCA Bulletin, volume 11, page 205, figure 1 b;
B.G.S. & Co. trade catalogues owned by the Peabody-Essex Museum in Salem,
Massachusetts.
Additional Information: Maker's mark stamped into the underside. Owner's initial "AT"
engraved in script on both sides. Made of seamed sheet metal, 60-hole strainer which
extends the full height of the pot.
$1,075.00
365-376
Antique Pewter Beefeater Flagon, Lid with Twin Cusp Thumbpiece
By Francis Seagood (Touch mark inside of base; other marks on lid)
Kings Lynn, England
1639 to 1684
Solid handle with hoof type terminal soldered to body; lid is typical of flagons namesake and sits smartly on cylindrical drum on ovolo molded foot with flat base.
(Very good original condition; H: 12")
$3,475
660-19
Antique Pewter Charger, Multi Reeded, Broad Rim, 18th Century, 23.75"
Touch Mark of Richard Smith, London
(Diameter: 23.75")
$3,250
1008-98
Antique Pewter Charger, Multi Reeded Rim, Broad Rim, 17th Century, 24"
Touch Mark of John Shorey, London, Secondary Export Touch "CR"
(Diameter: 24")
$3,225
365-212
Pair of Quart Pewter Flagons
Robert Bush II (active 1796 to 1820)
Bristol, England
Excellent examples of late 18th century spire flagons. Tall triple domed lid and a 5-part hinge that attaches double-scrolled handle. Scraping marks visible on underside surface where flagons were hand-finished, turning lines under the base. Pristine condition with original surface patina.
H: 9”
$2,950
365-250
Pewter Pint Tankard
Robert Banks (active 1720 to 1748)
Wigan, England
Rare, possibly unique tulip tankard. Cut-card decoration on handle, early form of spade terminal. Double-domed lid has ‘keeper ring’ inside. Body has a single central fillet, narrow incised lines visible above handle attachment. Excellent condition.
H: 6.25” Diameter: 3.57”
$2,675
365-287
Pewter Teapot
Philip Matthews (active 1736 to 1753)
London, England
Low dome teapot with original wooden handle and knop button. Functional five-lug hinge, four-gill size body. Maker’s mark under crowned ‘X’, located beneath the base. Very good cleaned condition, some interior oxide pitting.
H: 5.25” L: 7”
$2,585
365-291
Pewter Quart Ale Tankard
Richard King (active 1750 to 1760)
London, England
Tulip body with low fillet, pedestal base, and double-domed lid. Five-part hinge with brass pin, draped chairback thumbpiece and teardrop cutout on hollow handle with hooded ball terminal. Maker’s touch in base with four hallmarks, a crowned WR and crowned by to left of handle. 1 OEAS quart capacity. Excellent condition, original patina.
H: 8” Diameter: 4.25”
$2,575
365-303
Pewter Status Container
William Eddon (active 1690 to 1747)
London, England
Very rare status liquid container with maker’s pot touch under the base. Screw-off lid retains large ring for strap attachment, worn engraving on tongued thumb rest identical to ‘TH’ ownership cartouche. 27 fl oz. capacity. Excellent condition, original patina.
H: 8.5” Diameter: 2 7/8”
$2,350
365-246
Antique Pewter Charger, Multi Reeded, John Greenbank, 20 1/16"
Worcester, England, Circa 1675 to 1700
Owner's initials IB and O over PS on the front rim; touchmarks on back; hallmarks on front rim. (Slight pitting and some dark scale on front; heavy scale on back; diameter: 20.25")
$2,095
660-23
Antique Pewter Charger, Multi Reeded, Thomas King I, 20.25"
London, Circa 1675 to 1708
Owner's initials PB and S over TA on front rim; worn touchmark on back; hallmarks on front. (Scattered pitting on surface; diameter: 20.25")
$2,095
660-22
Antique Pewter, Quart Tankard, Tulip, Dome Lid
By William Charlesley, London, (1729-1764)
Much of his output was made for the American trade
Of baluster/tulip form with domed lid, scrolled handle,
maker’s mark…on a circular foot. (Height: 7.75")
$1,875.00
365-360
Antique Pewter Teapot with Pineapple Knop
Signed, Hancock & Jessop, circa 1770-1775
Ebenezer Hancock and Richard Jessop, Sheffield, England
Engraved decoration, original wood handle.
(Height: 6.5"; width (handle to spout): 10": depth: 3.75")
$1,800.00
365-330
Pewter Creamer
Philip Matthews (active 1736 to 1753)
London, England
Less common form of pewter creamer by maker. Excellent condition.
H: 4”, Diameter: 1 7/8”
$1,775
365-248
Pewter Crested Chopin Tappit Hen
English, c. 1800
Shallow dome lid, erect thumbpiece, and 3-lug hinge. Turning lines under base and incise lines at edges and join to handle. Very good condition.
H: 9” Diameter 3 7/8”
$1,725
365-251
William Eddon Double Dome Lid Pewter Tankard Date/Period: 1715-1725
Measurement: Height: 6.25"
Material: Pewter
Condition: The tankard is in near fine condition with a good double struck touch of
Eddon’s “hourglass” device.
Additional Information: English export pewter tankard by William Eddon…a significant
exporter to America. Most of his products were mugs and tankards. He was a pewterer
who kept up with the latest fashions. The first tankards he produced were flat lids. Next
came double dome tankards like the one shown here. This tankard employs the handle
of a pint size tankard on a tankard of pint and one-half capacity.
$1,700.00
1165-5
Antique Pewter Master Salt
Rare Broad Rim Salt Stand, William Davidson, 17th Century
United Kingdom, Likely London
See Cotterell 5559
(Very good; H: 2.25", diameter: 4.75")
$1,650
365-189
Antique Pewter, Scarce Lidded Pint Tankard, Tulip Form
Robert Bush, Bristol, England, late 18th Century
Marked on inside bottom, open chair-back thumbpiece, double scroll handle with bird
head terminus. (Very good condition, nice patina; height: 7.5")
$1,435.00
660-38
Antique Pewter Charger, Multi Reeded Rim, Broad Rim, 17th Century
Touch Mark of Thomas King, London, 1676 to 1687
(Diameter: 20.25")
$1,250
365-210
Antique Pewter Charger, Multi Reeded Rim, William Ford, Wigan, 1683 to 1696
England
(Diameter: 20.25")
$1,075
365-211
Antique Pewter Deep Dish, Largest Recorded English Deep Dish, Thomas Swanson, 1765 to 1783
London, 16 3/8” Cotterell 4593
Mold apparently handed-down from:
2. Samuel Ellis Sr., London (Export began 1732 to Boston)
1. Colonel John Shorey, London, 1683
(Original gray patina; scattered dings and knife marks)
$975
365-209
Antique Pewter Master Salt, Four Lobe Trencher
Richard Pitt, London (1747-1792)
Maker’s mark stamped within the underside of bottom
Cotterell – 3697 (1.25" x 4.25" x 3")
$975.00
365-363
Antique Pewter Pint Bud Baluster Measure
By William Hogg, Newcastle, 1780-1815
A 6-inch, pint baluster measure with waisted profile displaying three
pair of concentric rings centered by galleried rim and flared base.
Strap handle with bud thumbpiece; flat hinged lid displaying single pair
of rings at border. Stamped to left of handle t is a square mark, the touch/label of
William Hogg. This particular touch was recognized in recent years as being associated
with William Hogg; only found on mugs; always to the left of the handle and only found
on mugs that may or may not have another marking associated with Hogg. Association
is by marking or molds only related to his marked works. Research on this mark was
done and compiled by John Bank in England. (Height: 6")
$885.00
365-355
Pewter Cream Jug
English, 1750 to 1780
Urn-shaped body with hollow square base, engraved exterior. Ownership initials JP on oval cartouche. Noteworthy because of its cast pewter make rather than Britannia metal. Excellent exterior condition, some pitting to interior.
H: 6.5” Base: 2.25”
$875
365-252
Antique Pewter Bed Warming Pan, Samuel Cocks, London, Circa 1819,
See Cotterell 1004
Probably hospital use, engraved on ferrule "HC-36", the front punch-decorated with star within concentric rings. Spiral and baluster turned handle is pewter capped with brass hanging device. (Very good condition displaying original gray patina and makers touch; L: 42")
$825
365-214
Pewter Multi-reed Plate
English maker, London
Multi-reed plate with edge finish, mixed small and large cast reeds. Unidentified maker’s marks in three locations: crowned ‘L’ flanked by a rose, crowned ‘X’ over ‘LONDON’ on reverse. Excellent condition with exception to old, shallow scrape on reverse edge.
Diameter: 9 5/8”
$825
365-274
Pewter Wine Flask
Unidentified English Maker (active 1740 to 1760)
London, England
Rare, possibly unique globular form of pint capacity wine flask. Decorated hangers on each side suggest that it was suspended on a cord or leather strap from a belt, rather than kept in a pocket. Functional screw-off cap, turning lines under base. Pot touch of ‘TS’ under base, possibly Thomas Swanson. Excellent condition, original patina and some oxide shading.
H: 6” Diameter: 2.75”
$775
365-304
Pewter Two Handled Cup
William Eddon (active 1690 to 1747)
London, England
Very rare cup, unusual for its small size. 8.4 fl oz. capacity. Plain surfaced body with pedestal base, turning marks and pot touch on interior surface. Twin tongued thumbrest handles ball terminals. Very good condition, original surface patina.
H: 3.5” Diameter: 2.75”
$725
365-280
Antique Pewter, Scottish Crested
Pewter Tappit Hen Measure
Glasgow or Edinburgh, circa 1750-1800
Scots pint capacity, of typical waisted/shouldered form, multiple incised concentric rings
to body; erect ribbed thumbpiece. Ownership initials “WM” engraved in collar, nice
medium gray patina. (Height: 12"; width: 18.5"; depth: 18.25")
$625.00
660-39
Pewter Tiny Salt
England, late 17th or early 18th century
Rare, possibly unique and tiny capstan salt. Turning lines under base, incised lines on the rim and foot. Excellent condition, original surface patina.
H: 1.25” Diameter: 1 7/8”
$625
365-289
Antique Pewter Teapot, Medium Dome, Four-Gill Size Body, Circa 1780
Unknown English Maker
Wood handle, lid with knop button. Some interior oxide imperfection, couple repairs; five-lug hinge (height: 6"; handle to spout: 7.5”; diameter: 4.25")
$575.00
365-331
Pewter Cubed Inkstand
C. 1780 to 1800
England or Ireland
Good example of ‘cube’ inkstand, often an Irish form. One well and two drawers, removable lid and built-in round inkpot, which helps to attach and stabilize the top to the body of the inkstand. Domed lid with five-part hinge, four pen holders, two drawers below. Excellent condition, original surface patina.
H: 4” Base: 3” by 3”
$560
365-276
Pewter Half Pint Wine Measure
England, Middle or Northwest
Second half of 18th century
Provincial craftsman-made. Tall plain body with slightly flared rim, strap handle and simple thumb rest, joined to the body with a short strut. No evidence that it ever had a lid. Full capacity is 8.4 fl oz. Excellent condition, original surface patina.
H: 4.5” Diameter: 2.5”
$475
365-255
Pewter Single Reed Charger
Robert Burch, Sr. (active 1755 to 1800)
England
Diameter: 14.75”
$475
365-225
Pewter Export Sauce or Gravy Boat
Townsend & Giffin (active 1770 to 1778)
London, England
Heavily cast boat. Maker’s mark struck to the left of the handle, ownership mark ‘JC’ to the right. Excellent condition, original patina.
4 by 4.25 by 7.75”
Half-pint baluster measure with waisted profile, strap handle and
flat hinged lid with bud thumbpiece. Lid displays initials “RSM”.
(Height: 5.25"; base diameter: 3.75")
$395.00
365-352
Antique Pewter Scale Plate, Thomas Burchfield, London, 1810 to 1846
Marked BURCHFIELD and SUPERFINE HARDMETAL,
Burchfield was not a pewterer; he was a scale maker (Died 1857)
PURSUANT to a Decree of the High Court of Chancery,
made in a cause of Charles Jones, plaintiff, v.
Samuel John Burchfield and William Burchfield, defendants,
the creditors of Thomas Burchfield, of Church-street, Stoke
Newington, in the county of Middlesex, Esquire, and of
West Smithfield, in the city of London, Scale Maker, de-
ceased, who died on or about the 5th day of November,
1851, are, by their Solicitors, on or before the 18th day of
June, 1857, to come in and prove their debts, at the chambers
of the Vice-Chancellor Sir William Page Wood, at
No. 11, New-square, Lincoln's-inn, in the county of Middlesex,
or in default thereof they will be peremptorily excluded from
the benefit of the said Decree. Monday, the 20th day of July,
1857, at twelve o'clock at noon and one o'clock in the afternoon,
at the said chambers, is appointed for hearing and adjudicating up
on the said debts and claims.-Dated this 15th day of May, 1857
(Good condition; diameter: 13.5")
$385
365-194
Pewter Snuff Box
John and Davide Waude (active 1861 to 1880)
London, England
Rare example of a marked pewter snuffbox (mark on underside surface of lid), raised cartouche on lid exterior with some scratch engraving. Lid closes smoothly with no hinge damage. Good condition, original patina.
L: 2.25” W: 1 5/8” H: 5/8”
Impressed assay marks, verification and maker’s marks, and the touch of Susannah,
one of the first pewterers; successor to her husband Samuel Cocks. (Height: 6.25”)
$315.00
365-358
Pewter Deep Dish, James Hitchman, London, Single Reed, 16.25-Inches Date/Period: Working period: 1701-1735
Measurement: Diameter: 16.25"; height: 2"
Material: Pewter
Condition: Good, tiny area of pitting on rim with pinhole
Additional Information: Makers hallmark on rear, rim displays owner’s initials: “TB”.
Displays well.
$285.00
660-42
Pewter Half Pint Loving Cup
Abel Grove (active 1815 to 1845)
Birmingham, England
Pre-Imperial loving cup, feint around body indicates maker. ‘1795’ and crowns added later, incised solid strap handles with pointed terminals, plain body on reeded pedestal base. Excellent condition, original surface patina.
H: 5” Diameter: 3 3/8”
$275
365-278
Pewter Pint Funnel Mug
Sanders & Sons (active 1868 to 1910)
London, England
H: 4.5”
$250
365-294
Pewter Domed Inkstand
C. 1860 to 1880
Sheffield, England
Unusual shaped inkstand, with rotating domed cover that retracts into base when opened. Excellent used condition, original surface patina.
H: 2.5” Diameter: 4”
$245
365-275
Pewter Georgian Salt
England, Circa 1740
Unmarked early Georgian salt, decorated with incised lines to domed foot and under lip. Very good used condition, original patina.
H: 2.25” Diameter: 2.25”
$245
365-290
Pewter Snuff
London, England
Oval shape to fit in palm, functional hinge. Decorated with initials and foliate design throughout.
3” by 2”
$125
365-298
Pewter ‘Queen Anne’ Cast Teapot
Unknown English Maker, 19th century
Teapot with tall domed lid with milled edge, original black painted handle and bone finial button. 18 fl oz. capacity. This form was typically made for North African/Middle Eastern clients in different sizes. Unidentified ‘S’ maker’s mark over crowned ‘X’ under base. Excellent condition, original patina.
H: 6.25” Diameter: 2.75”
$125
365-301
Pewter Spoon
T and T Compton (active 1802 to 1814)
London, England
Cast decorated edge spoon by Thomas and Townsend Compton. Marked on the rear surface of handle with a crowned ‘X’. Excellent condition, original surface patina.
$115
365-256
Pewter Decorated Tablespoon
Late 18th or early 19th century
London, England
English tablespoon with cast decoration on handle, unidentified maker. Marked LONDON on reverse handle surface. Excellent condition, original patina.
L: 8”
$95
365-270
Pewter Plate
Stynt Duncombe (1745 to 1767)
Bewdley, England
Diameter: 7.5”
$68
365-230
Pewter Plain Rim Plate
Aquila Daskombe (active 1744 to 1783)
London, England
Diameter: 9.5”
$65
365-227
Pewter Tablespoon
Early 19th century
England
Unidentified maker, marked with ‘crowned WR’ and ‘PATENT’ on reverse handle. Excellent condition, original patina.
$65
365-272
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