Lot 65: A Group of Decorative Wooden and Ceramic Homewares
A mixed decorative collection of wooden, glass, and ceramic homewares. The group comprises a rectangular wooden serving tray featuring an openwork fretwork centre panel with carved leaf motifs, a shaped outer rim, and two brass-tone metal side handles. Also included is a Galileo thermometer consisting of a glass tube filled with liquid and multiple coloured floating glass spheres, mounted within a three-pillar turned wood stand with circular upper and lower tiers. Accompanying the thermometer are turned wood components including a candlestick and a decorative turned finial or holder with a stepped circular base. The lot is completed by an indoor ceramic watering can finished in an off-white glaze with transfer-printed pink and red floral rose motifs, a slender tubular spout, and a curved loop handle. No maker marks or manufacturer stamps are visible on any of the pieces.
Condition report:
Overall in good condition consistent with use and age. The wooden tray shows minor surface wear and light scuffing to the finish. The Galileo thermometer is intact with no cracks to the glass tube and all internal floats present. The turned wooden pieces show minor handling marks and light dust accumulation in the crevices. The ceramic watering can displays minor surface rubbing, with no chips, cracks, or repairs visible in the photograph.
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