£140
An English Thomason 1802 Patent double-action corkscrew, mid 19th c, with gilt lacquered fruit and vine barrel, reeded collar and dome shoulder, turned bone handle, wire helix
For a similar example see Watney, B M & H D Babbidge Corkscrews for Collectors, plate XV (left) and for an identical example, Christies South Kensington corkscrew sale 22 Sept 1998 lot 109 (£650)
Lacks brush, handle not chipped, sharp point, retaining most of the original lacquer, helix in working order
Fees apply to the hammer price:
Room and Absentee Bids:
28.80% inc VAT*
Online and Autobids:
30.6% inc VAT*
