ANTIQUE 19thC VICTORIAN SOLID SILVER CELLINI EWER JUG, DIXON c.1866

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19th Century Victorian Solid Silver "Cellini" pattern ewer, the pattern is so called in honor of Benvenuto Cellini. Hallmarked English silver (925), Sheffield, year 1866 (Y), Maker's mark for J Dixon & Sons.


REFERENCE NUMBER: A3715

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DESCRIPTION

Antique 19th Century unique Victorian Solid Silver "Cellini" pattern ewer, the pattern is so called in honor of Benvenuto Cellini, the sculptor and goldsmith of the 16th Century considered the greatest of all time.

The jug is beautifully chased with the typical decoration of masks, animals, strap-work and flutes, caryatid ornate scroll handle, hinged lid.

The jug is Hallmarked English silver (925 Standard), Sheffield, year 1866 (Y), Maker's mark for J Dixon & Sons.

CONDITION

In Great condition - no damage. 

SIZE

Height: 31.8cm

Width: 18 x 11cm

Weight: 710g