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Impressive George V antique silver-gilt wine cistern

$157,527.48
£115,000
€134,916.46
CA$215,781.14
A$240,620.39
CHF 125,545.46
MX$2,952,502.84
NOK 1,597,993.69
SEK 1,514,064.32
DKK 1,006,931.38
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About the Item

Superb-quality, oval and shaped antique silver-gilt wine cistern of substantial quality and weight resting on lion's paws feet. The body is of elongated shape with foliate and floral decoration around a Rococo revival cartouche featuring the arms of Campbell, Duke of Argyll. This silver cistern is not available to purchase online. Please contact us if you would like more information or are interested to buy it. Weight: 11840 g (380.66 troy ozs)
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 26.38 in (67 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)
  • Style:
    Edwardian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1912
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 86171stDibs: LU5572239720562

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