On display

Kettle

1858 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

In 1869, Elkington's offered kettles in a wide choice of shape and decoration which varied in cost from £10 to £26 for a richly engraved piece in electroplate. Many of the kettles were sold to match the style of the tea services.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 3 parts.

  • Kettle
  • Kettle Stand
  • Burner From Kettle Stand
Materials and techniques
Electroplated nickel silver
Dimensions
  • Height: 15.20cm
  • Length: 28.50cm
  • Width: 26.50cm
Marks and inscriptions
Kettle stamped with Elkington trade mark, T in diamond also stamped with “X”. Burner stamped with “I”. Stand not marked.
Credit line
Given by the maker
Object history
Gift of Elkington and Co Ltd
In 1869, Elkington's offered kettles in a wide choice of shape and decoration which varied in cost from £10 to £26 for a richly engraved piece in electroplate. Many of the kettles were sold to match the style of the tea services.
Summary
In 1869, Elkington's offered kettles in a wide choice of shape and decoration which varied in cost from £10 to £26 for a richly engraved piece in electroplate. Many of the kettles were sold to match the style of the tea services.
Collection
Accession number
M.235 to B-1984

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Record createdMarch 3, 2004
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