David Clayton
David Clayton, free by patrimony of the Merchant Taylors Company as son of David Clayton 1689. Livery 1704. Mark entered as smallworker 1697. 2nd (sterling mark) 1720. His mark is apparently only found on toys and was formerly attributed in error to Augustine Courtauld.
David Clayton
David Clayton, free by patrimony of the Merchant Taylors Company as son of David Clayton 1689. Livery 1704. Mark entered as smallworker 1697. 2nd (sterling mark) 1720. His mark is apparently only found on toys and was formerly attributed in error to Augustine Courtauld.
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Circa 1725
David Clayton
8861 Antique George I Silver Miniature Kettle
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A charming little antique silver toy tea kettle. This beautiful little pot has a a circular form, a pull off lid and a hinged, raffia covered, carrying handle. The pot looks like an exact copy of a full size original. Weight 36 grams, 1.1 troy ounces. Height 4 cms to top of lid, 6 cms to top of handle. Spread 6.8 cms. Marked underneath for David Clayton, specialist toy maker. Circa 1725.
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Circa 1720
David Clayton
10403 George I Antique Silver Miniature Silver Chocolate Pot
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A charming little antique silver toy coffee pot with a typical early 1700’s design having tapering sides, straight spout, and a turned wooden side handle. This is an exact copy of a full size original. Weight 17 grams, under 1 troy ounce. Height 5.5cm. Spread 6.5cm. Diameter of base 2.7cm. London circa 1720. Maker David Clayton. Sterling silver.