Lot Essay
It has been suggested that the logo IF at the tip of the handle may relate to that of the founder John Fathers.
Details
A lead/bronze skillet
the handle cast with the inscription C.V.B. LOYAL TO HIS MAGISTE, with solid wedge-shaped bracket support, the tip of the handle with the logo IF, pierced by an arrow, English, 17th century, the bowl -- 7½in. (19cm) diam, length overall -- 18¼in. (46.3cm)
the handle cast with the inscription C.V.B. LOYAL TO HIS MAGISTE, with solid wedge-shaped bracket support, the tip of the handle with the logo IF, pierced by an arrow, English, 17th century, the bowl -- 7½in. (19cm) diam, length overall -- 18¼in. (46.3cm)