George I Silver Octagonal Teapot
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Stock: 8880
Date: 1721
Maker: John Carnaby
Country: England
A rare early English provincial silver teapot of octagonal form. Britannia standard silver* Pear shaped with faceted straight spout and...
Description
Condition
This rare little silver teapot is in very good condition with no damage or restoration. Stamped underneath with a full and clear set of English silver hallmarks, the lid is unmarked. This pot has been water tested and doesn't leak. It pours beautifully. Please note that this item is not new and will show moderate signs of wear commensurate with age. Reflections in the photograph may detract from the true representation of this item.
Maker Information
Maker: John Carnaby
John Carnaby, Newcastle silversmith. Apprenticed to Francis Batty 1709. In 1718 he went into business on his own account and became warden of the Company of Goldsmiths of Newcastle for the first time in 1721, and again in 1729 /30. In 1726 he also became an innkeeper but continued his career as silversmith alongside. Carnaby is recorded as the maker of the punches used at the Newcastle assay office. Carnaby died circa 1735 and his widow continued the business into the late 1740’s.
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