Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet Set for Three Persons

About the Item

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George IV English sterling silver egg cruet set for three persons; part of our dining silverware collection. This exceptional antique George IV sterling silver egg cruet set consists of three egg cups and three associated spoons, displayed on a functional original purpose-made stand. The original hallmarked egg cups have a bell shaped form onto a circular spreading pedestal foot. These silver egg cups are embellished with cast and applied floral and foliate decorated borders to the upper portions, in addition to a band of leaf decoration to the each foot. The three associated hallmarked English sterling silver spoons have a plain tapering form with leaf ornamentation to the terminals. This silver cruet set is supported and displayed on the original and impressive cast sterling silver circular rounded stand, ornamented with foliate decoration. The surface of the stand bears three circular receivers enabling the egg cups to stand securely in situ; these supports alternate with integrated receivers for the three egg spoons. The receivers surmount an exceptional pedestal constructed of three putto figures stood with their arms elevated, bracing scrolling supports to the plain circular boss. The original antique stand features a central carrying handle modelled in the form of a foliate wreath. Each antique egg cup and egg spoon retains the original gilt interior. The initials displayed within the maker's marks, in addition to the standardization of the surround could pertain to a multitude of antique silversmiths; these silversmiths include William Eaton, Ellerby, Esterbrook and Eley II. In art and culture, a putto (plural: putti) is a chubby male child, usually nude and occasionally bearing wings. Condition These antique sterling silver egg cruet set is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition. The cast and applied decoration is all very clear. The original gilding has wear in keeping with age. Full hallmarks to the surface of the stand and each egg cup, in addition to the reverse of each spoon, are all very clear in keeping with age and use. Dimensions Stand Height 17.1 cm / 6.7" Width 11.5 cm / 4.5". Egg cup Diameter 5 cm / 2" Height 6.6 cm / 2.6" Spoon Length 11.3 cm / 4.4" Total weight 19.8 troy ounces/ 615g Maker: Unknown Date: 1822-1826 Origin: London, England Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique silver egg cruet set.

Dimensions:
Height: 6.7 in (17.02 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17.02 cm)
Style:
George IV (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Silver,Sterling Silver,Cast
Place of Origin:
United Kingdom
Period:
1820-1829
Date of Manufacture:
1822-1826
Condition:
Please see main description.
Seller Location:
Jesmond, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: C16501stDibs: LU1200220887292