English Antique Sterling Silver Cream Jug

About the Item

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique English sterling silver cream jug; an addition to our silver tea ware collection. This exceptional antique silver cream jug has a rounded helmet shaped form. The lower portion of the body is embellished with a bright cut engraved cartouche to either side; one side incorporates the contemporary bright cut engraved initials 'IMS', the other remains vacant. The upper portion is encompassed with a convex band of bright cut engraved floral and foliate ornamentation accented with stylized pine cone designs, all flanked with pin struck border. The flared rim is ornamented with an applied gadroon decorated border. This impressive example of antique silverware is fitted with an angular handle ornamented with fluted and scroll decoration. The cream jug is supported by a Collet style base encompassed with a bright cut engraved undulating border, with a ball style foot to each rounded corner. The interior of the sterling silver cream jug retains the original gilding. Condition This antique silver cream jug is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the jug are all very clear. Dimensions Length from back of handle to tip of lip 14.5 cm/5.7" Width of body 8.2 cm/3.2" Height 9.7 cm/3.8" Weight 6.3 troy ounces/195g Maker: Untraced Maker's Marks Date: 1810 Origin: London, England Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique silverware.

Dimensions:

Height: 3.8 in (9.66 cm)Diameter: 5.7 in (14.48 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Silver,Sterling Silver

Period:

1810-1819

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1810

Condition:

Please see main description.

Seller Location:

Jesmond, GB