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Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Gilt Punch/Soup Ladle

$9,566.09
£6,950
€8,146.52
CA$13,059.53
A$14,528.20
CHF 7,615.86
MX$177,531
NOK 96,978.50
SEK 91,291.84
DKK 60,810.69
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A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique Scottish sterling silver gilt punch/ soup ladle; an addition to our silver cutlery collection This magnificent William IV sterling silver punch ladle has been hand forged in a rare and unusual design. The handle of the punch/soup ladle has been realistically modelled in the form of a horse's head, emanating from an impressive scrolling enveloping leaf design. The tapering stem is embellished with the contemporary engraved presentation inscription 'Presented to A. C. Renton by his father on his birth day, 3rd May 1833'. The reverse of this impressive example of antique silverware features an exceptional honeysuckle style heel to the shell shaped bowl. This exceptional 19th century example of Scottish silverware retains the original gilding. This magnificent ladle is rare and the finest example of its type you could hope to acquire. Condition This antique sterling silver punch ladle is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and is in exceptional presentation condition. The original gilding has some wear to the stem, in keeping with age. Full hallmarks struck to the stem are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Scottish silverware. Dimensions Length 34.2cm/13.5' Width of bowl 9cm/3.5' Weight 13.9 troy ounces/431g Date: 1833 Origin: Edinburgh, Scotland Item ref: C7601.
  • Creator:
    James McKay (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Diameter: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Style:
    William IV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1833
  • Condition:
    The original gilding has some wear to the stem, in keeping with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C76011stDibs: LU1200231895822

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