ANTIQUE 19thC GEORGIAN SOLID SILVER-GILT WARWICK WINE COOLERS, LONDON c.1820
19th Century Georgian silver-gilt mounted on frosted glass pair of Warwick wine coolers, of typical form on square bases, with pedestal stems and acanthus at base of bowl, the sides applied with classical heads and lions pelts, with two entwining vine handles, an ovolo dart and beaded rim, each fitted with an Sheffield plate collar and liner.
Hallmarked English silver (925), London, Prince Regent Duty mark (used 1821-33), Maker S.I (Unknown Silversmith).
Reference Number: A6330
DESCRIPTION
Antique 19th Century Georgian exceptionally rare and unusual solid silver-gilt mounted on frosted glass pair of Warwick wine coolers, of typical form on square bases, with pedestal stems and acanthus at base of bowl, the sides applied with classical heads and lions pelts, with two entwining vine handles, an ovolo dart and beaded rim, each fitted with an Sheffield plate collar and liner. The design is based on a famous ancient Roman marble vase with Bacchic ornament that was discovered in Rome in 1771. This wine coolers features stunning workmanship, gauge and richly gilt, probably made on commission. Hallmarked English silver (925 standard), London, Prince Regent Duty mark (used 1821-33), Maker S.I (Unknown Silversmith)
CONDITION
In Great Condition - No Damage.
SIZE
Height: 27.5cm
Width: 32 x 25cm
Combined Weight: 14,790g