Y A late 19th century French silver kettle on stand, maker's mark illegible, 1838-1972 1st standard, circa 1880, the curved swing handle with ivory spacers over the flower finial to the high domed cover, the swollen body panelled and matted with flowers and scrollwork, the cast and boldly chased stand with a burner, worked with scrolls and vacant reserves the four supports with bold acanthus above lion's paws and block feet, 43cm (17in) high, 3917g (125.95 oz) gross