Edwardian Novelty Silver Chauffeur Pepper

An Edwardian novelty silver figural Pepper made in the form of a stylised Chauffeur, with buttoned long-coat, goggles and flat cap. Pull-off cover and weighted circular base.

By Saunders & Shepherd, Chester, 1906

Also stamped with registered design number: 490421.

The pepper pot was possibly based upon the character Mr Popple and was made when the most popular musical comedy on stage was 'Mr Popple of Ippleton' by Paul Rubens, which opened on 14th November 1905 at the Apollo Theatre and ran for 173 performances. In the last act all the characters attended the Motor Carnival of the Magpie Club, at Wrexhill-on-Sea, all muffled in huge white motor coats made from blankets, the designs varied a little, but large gold buttons, huge turn-back cuffs, peaked caps and goggles are the chief adornments.

Sold - £900.00