Paul Storr Silver Dessert Compotes
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Paul Storr Silver Dessert Compotes
About the Item
- Creator:Paul Storr (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 9.13 in (23.2 cm)Diameter: 10.63 in (27.01 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1809
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- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 29-96051stDibs: LU8911757032
Paul Storr
Paul Storr was an English goldsmith and silversmith working in the Neoclassical and other styles during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His works range from simple tableware to magnificent sculptural pieces made for royalty. Storr is credited with perfecting the works, styles and designs of the Regency period. His legacy is a remarkable body of work that spans over several stylistic periods with far-reaching influences. From his Neo-classical masterpieces to his exuberant, ornate vessels, Storr imparted a level of craftsmanship and superior quality that has seldom been seen since.
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