Lot Essay
The logo IF may relate to that of John Fathers.
Details
A lead/bronze skillet
the handle cast with the motto PITTY THE PORE 1684, with the logo IF pierced by an arrow at the handles tip, with solid wedge-shaped bracket support, the bowl with reeded ornament to the rim, on tripod feet, English, 17th century -- 6in. (15.2cm) diam, length overall -- 114in. (35.5cm)
the handle cast with the motto PITTY THE PORE 1684, with the logo IF pierced by an arrow at the handles tip, with solid wedge-shaped bracket support, the bowl with reeded ornament to the rim, on tripod feet, English, 17th century -- 6in. (15.2cm) diam, length overall -- 114in. (35.5cm)