Carafe inscription reveals connection to the Kit Kat Club

An early 18th century onion-shaped decanter or carafe offered at Halls (24% buyer’s premium) in Shrewsbury was of particular interest for a point-engraved inscription to the body. It read 'The Kit Kat Club at the Fountain Tavern on the Strand'.

This references the lively gathering of political and literary figures, staunch supporters of the …

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