JEWELLERY, DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS AUCTION Tuesday, 2 November 2021 - 10:00 AM start

An early 20thC rare silver tennis themed pin cushion, the stand as two crossed rackets centred with balls flanking the cushion. Birmingham 1912. By Adie & Lovekin Ltd. H.50mm.

Estimate: $300 - $600

Lot Details

CONDITION REPORT: Fabric cushion cover appears original and is worn and small hole. Assay marks cleary stamped, maker's mark slightly less so, but clearly Adie & Lovekin. Back support is a simple wire loop that is slightly bent but supports the racquets perfectly. Could be reshaped if required. There is a minute split to the solder joint of the left hand racquet to cushion joint