John Clarke II
John Clarke II, London silversmith, apprenticed to James Darquitt 1794, freedom unrecorded. Mark entered as plateworker 1807.
John Clarke II
John Clarke II, London silversmith, apprenticed to James Darquitt 1794, freedom unrecorded. Mark entered as plateworker 1807.
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1808
John Clarke II
10336 George III Antique Silver Basket
£12,750
A large rococo revival cake basket in the style of Paul de Lamerie and combining the flamboyant features typical of the Regency period. Very heavy weight. The quality of the workmanship is exceptional, with elaborate piercing and hand chased mythical beasts, flower scrolls and trellis work. The cast fixed handle is supported by bold female figure head models. The centre is expansively engraved with a coat of arms to the centre, possibly for the Lloyd family. Weight 3631g, 116.7 troy oz. Height 31cm. Top measures 36.5 x 29.5cm. London 1808. Maker’s mark IC probably for John Clarke II. Sterling silver.
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