Lot Details
Lot 252
Pair of George III Silver Gilt Egg Cup Holders
Paul Storr, London, circa 1810-11, retailed by Rundell, Bridge & Rundell
Each of oval form, with acanthus loop handle surrounded by four wirework baskets supporting cups with gardrooned rims, on an oval base with ribbon tied edge and acanthus handles and ending in palm cast feet; Together with Eight George III Silver Gilt Teaspoons. Possibly William Eley & William Fearn, marks rubbed. Total approximately 102 ounces.
Provenance:
Purchased Vardi, New York, 1953
By repute part of the Charles Anderson Pelham (later 1st Baron Yarborough) Service
Illustrated:
N.M. Penzer, Paul Storr 1771-1844 Silversmith and Goldsmith, London, 1954, p. 149, pl. XXXV
Additional Notes & Condition Report
Spoons associated, as catalogued.
Minor wear and abrasions to gilded surface especially at edges.
Otherwise good condition.
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