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A Victorian black lacquered papier maché jewel casket by Jennens & Bettridge, mid 19th...
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A Victorian black lacquered papier maché jewel casket by Jennens & Bettridge, mid 19th century, of rectangular form, the flared base on outswept bracket feet, the hinged cover decorated with trailing leaves and berries, tied with ribbon bows, and centred with the name ‘ULRICA’, the sides decorated with gilt scrolls, opening to reveal silk lined compartmented interior, with lift out tray, base with impressed maker’s marks, dimensions 37 x 31 x 6.5cm. £200-£300
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Provenance: Formerly the property of Lady Ulrica Frederica Jane St Maur (1833-1913), daughter of Edward Adolphus St Maur, 12th Duke of Somerset KG, PC, (1804-1885).
Lady Ulrica married Lord Henry Frederick Thynne (1832-1904), member of parliament and Treasurer of the Household to Queen Victoria.
Thence by family descent.
The firm of Messrs. Aaron Jennens & T.H. Bettridge (1815-1864) were highly regarded for the production of fine papier mâché wares. In 1816 they acquired the workshops of Henry Clay, japanner to George III and the Prince of Wales. and continued the manufacture of papier mâché items until 1864. Based in Birmingham, the firm opened branches in Belgravia, London and later established offices in Paris and New York.
Jennens & Bettridge served as 'Japanners in Ordinary' to George IV and exhibited at the 1851 Great Exhibition. By the 1850s the firm was appointed as manufacturers to King George IV, William IV and Prince Albert.
Condition Report
Cracking to the lacquer clearly visible to the lid.
Damage to one foot, and scuffling to two further feet.
Spotting and discolouration to internal silk lining, Tears to lift out tags.
General wear commensurate with age.
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Provenance: Formerly the property of Lady Ulrica Frederica Jane St Maur (1833-1913), daughter of Edward Adolphus St Maur, 12th Duke of Somerset KG, PC, (1804-1885).
Lady Ulrica married Lord Henry Frederick Thynne (1832-1904), member of parliament and Treasurer of the Household to Queen Victoria.
Thence by family descent.
The firm of Messrs. Aaron Jennens & T.H. Bettridge (1815-1864) were highly regarded for the production of fine papier mâché wares. In 1816 they acquired the workshops of Henry Clay, japanner to George III and the Prince of Wales. and continued the manufacture of papier mâché items until 1864. Based in Birmingham, the firm opened branches in Belgravia, London and later established offices in Paris and New York.
Jennens & Bettridge served as 'Japanners in Ordinary' to George IV and exhibited at the 1851 Great Exhibition. By the 1850s the firm was appointed as manufacturers to King George IV, William IV and Prince Albert.
Condition Report
Cracking to the lacquer clearly visible to the lid.
Damage to one foot, and scuffling to two further feet.
Spotting and discolouration to internal silk lining, Tears to lift out tags.
General wear commensurate with age.
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A Victorian black lacquered papier maché jewel casket by Jennens & Bettridge, mid 19th century, of rectangular form, the flared base on outswept bracket feet, the hinged cover decorated with trailing leaves and berries, tied with ribbon bows, and centred with the name ‘ULRICA’, the sides decorated with gilt scrolls, opening to reveal silk lined compartmented interior, with lift out tray, base with impressed maker’s marks, dimensions 37 x 31 x 6.5cm. £200-£300
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Provenance: Formerly the property of Lady Ulrica Frederica Jane St Maur (1833-1913), daughter of Edward Adolphus St Maur, 12th Duke of Somerset KG, PC, (1804-1885).
Lady Ulrica married Lord Henry Frederick Thynne (1832-1904), member of parliament and Treasurer of the Household to Queen Victoria.
Thence by family descent.
The firm of Messrs. Aaron Jennens & T.H. Bettridge (1815-1864) were highly regarded for the production of fine papier mâché wares. In 1816 they acquired the workshops of Henry Clay, japanner to George III and the Prince of Wales. and continued the manufacture of papier mâché items until 1864. Based in Birmingham, the firm opened branches in Belgravia, London and later established offices in Paris and New York.
Jennens & Bettridge served as 'Japanners in Ordinary' to George IV and exhibited at the 1851 Great Exhibition. By the 1850s the firm was appointed as manufacturers to King George IV, William IV and Prince Albert.
Condition Report
Cracking to the lacquer clearly visible to the lid.
Damage to one foot, and scuffling to two further feet.
Spotting and discolouration to internal silk lining, Tears to lift out tags.
General wear commensurate with age.
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Provenance: Formerly the property of Lady Ulrica Frederica Jane St Maur (1833-1913), daughter of Edward Adolphus St Maur, 12th Duke of Somerset KG, PC, (1804-1885).
Lady Ulrica married Lord Henry Frederick Thynne (1832-1904), member of parliament and Treasurer of the Household to Queen Victoria.
Thence by family descent.
The firm of Messrs. Aaron Jennens & T.H. Bettridge (1815-1864) were highly regarded for the production of fine papier mâché wares. In 1816 they acquired the workshops of Henry Clay, japanner to George III and the Prince of Wales. and continued the manufacture of papier mâché items until 1864. Based in Birmingham, the firm opened branches in Belgravia, London and later established offices in Paris and New York.
Jennens & Bettridge served as 'Japanners in Ordinary' to George IV and exhibited at the 1851 Great Exhibition. By the 1850s the firm was appointed as manufacturers to King George IV, William IV and Prince Albert.
Condition Report
Cracking to the lacquer clearly visible to the lid.
Damage to one foot, and scuffling to two further feet.
Spotting and discolouration to internal silk lining, Tears to lift out tags.
General wear commensurate with age.
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