| The slightly larger example, height | 43cm |
| Width | 44cm |
PLEASE NOTE, AS CATALOGUED, ONE OF THE SCUTTLES IS LATER MADE TO MATCH, ALTHOUGH ITS LID IS PERIOD WITH THE OTHER SCUTTLE AND COVER.
The items bear the usual very minor knocks, scuffs and dents overall consistent with age and normal use. They are also generally dirty.
The gilt decoration is rubbed and faded overall.
The cover handles differ, so at least one of them is later replaced.
The demi-lune crenellations are a little bent in places.
The lions' mask and ring handles in the later example are similar but not identical to the pair in the period scuttle. Likewise the paw feet are similar but not identical.
There is flaking to the interior of the period example.
Despite the minor detractions listed above, the scuttles remain in very presentable and usable condition.
