Fine Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Vinaigrette Francis Clarke Birmingham 1841 Sculpture the front of the clock

the front of the clock having gilded and inlaid mother of pearl decoration

Antique French Louis XV transitional ormolu-mounted tulipwood & marquetry Bonheur Du Jour

The head of the bull forms the spout from which water can be poured out

the bowl with carrying lugs to the side and similarly decorated in under-glazed blue

From a prominent Middle Eastern collection

Fine Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Vinaigrette Francis Clarke Birmingham 1841 Sculpture the front of the clockA very early Victorian sterling silver gilt viniagrette by Francis Clarke, Birmingham, 1841. This very nice vinaigrette is in fine condition with an engine turned top, engraved with a shield shaped vacant cartouche (no monogram),the back of the case also with 'rope twist' engine turned decoration. The hinged lid with a floral clasp enclosing an interior engraved gilt hinged cover, to receive a sponge that would hold a fragrance as an antidote to the