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Circa 1720 - 1730

10437 George I Antique Gold Snuff Box
£8,750

A sumptuous early 18th century gold box of cartouche form with a hinged lid. The top panel is chased with the classical goddess Diana reclining in a forest setting with an Apollo mask above. The shaped side panels are decorated with dogs and birds. There is an old German or Austrian collector’s label attached inside. Supplied with later fitted blue box.
Weight 68g, 2 troy oz approx. Width 6.5cm, 2.5ins. English, Dutch or German. Circa 1725. Solid gold, high grade probably 18 or 22ct.
1749
James Morrison
10436 George II Antique Silver Basket
£1,750

A delightful little George II silver swing handled sweetmeat basket of oval form. Very small size. The quality is excellent with heavy gauge silver and good colour. The handle and border are expertly cast with finely executed shell, scroll and flower decoration. The body has pierced lattice design, the centre hand engraved with an armorial within a decorative cartouche. The cast feet have interesting figural face masks standing on shell feet. Weight 316g, 10.1 troy oz. Height 12.2cm, 4.8ins (total including handle), 4.8cm, 1.9ins (basket only). Top measures 14.8cm, 5.8ins x 12.7cm, 5ins. London 1749. Maker James Morrison. Sterling silver.
1678

10435 Charles II Antique Silver Tankard
£22,500

An exceptional example of early English chinoiserie silver. A finely engraved tankard with the flat hinged lid and “S” scroll handle typical of the period. Large size and good heavy weight. The body and lid are beautifully flat chased in the Chinese style with oriental figures, a snake-coiled fountain, a temple and exotic birds all within a fantastical forest landscape. The plain scroll is pricked with initials “B.I.M”. Contains 1500 ml. Weight 804g, 25.8 troy oz. Height 17.7cm (to top of thumb piece), 7ins. Spread 19.5cm, 7.7ins. Diameter 14cm (top), 5.5cm. London 1678. Maker “RH”. Sterling silver.
1721
Abraham Buteux
10434 George I Antique Silver Teapot
Reserved

An exquisite little early English silver teapot of pear shape, with octagonal curved spout and wood scroll handle. Good gauge silver. Hand engraved to the front within a decorative cartouche is a large contemporary armorial for the Shuckburgh baronetcy. Early teapots were of small capacity because of the rarity of tea. Early teapots were of small capacity because of the rarity of tea. Contains 450 ml. Weight (including handle) 383 grams, 12.3 troy oz. Height 14.5cm, 5.7ins. Spread 18cm, 7ins. London 1721. Maker Abraham Buteux. Sterling silver.
1695
John Laughton
10433 William III Antique Silver Candlesticks
£10,750

A superb pair of early English desk candlesticks with square bases and lobed, gadroon decoration. The applied lion masks are extremely charming. The technique of making cast silver sticks was introduced into England circa 1685 and this is one of the early designs. Excellent quality and heavy gauge of silver. Total weight 750g, 24.1 troy oz. Height 15.5cm. Base 10.7cm. London 1695. Maker John Laughton. Sterling silver. 17th century.
1694
John Laughton
10432 William III Antique Silver Candlesticks
£10,750

A superb pair of early English desk candlesticks with square bases and lobed, gadroon decoration. The applied lion masks are extremely charming. The technique of making cast silver sticks was introduced into England circa 1685 and this is one of the early designs. Excellent quality and heavy gauge of silver. Total weight 750g, 24.1 troy oz. Height 15.5cm. Base 10.7cm. London 1694. Maker John Laughton. Sterling silver. 17^th century.
Circa 1650

10431 17th Century Antique Silver Tumbler Cup
£1,475

An excellent quality continental drinking cup of simple plain design with stipple ground decoration. Original bright gilding overall. A very charming example with an excellent patina. The round and weighted base allows the cup to stay upright when knocked from side to side. Good gauge silver. Weight 71g, 2.2 troy oz. Height 5.5cm, 2.1ins. Diameter 7.2cm, 2.8ins. Augsburg, Germany. Makers mark unidentified. Circa 1650.
Circa 1707
John Fawdery I
10430 Queen Anne Antique Silver Caster
£850

A charming little antique silver spice caster of lighthouse form from the early 1700’s period with gadroon borders and bayonet fitting. Dinky small size. Hand engraved to the front is a bird crest over a coronet. Weight 67g, 2.1 troy oz. Height 9.5cm, 3.7ins. London circa 1705. Maker probably John Fawdery I. Britannia standard silver 95.8% purity.
Circa 1750

10429 Russian Antique Silver Vodka Cup
£575

An 18^th century small silver “charka” of octagonal design with a pierced side handle and applied foot. The unusual chased decoration depicts ghostly scenes of phantoms swirling around naked maidens on a foggy or flame background. Contains 70ml. Height 4.7cm, 1.85ins. Spread 8cm, 3.15ins. Width 6cm, 2.3ins. Unmarked silver. Russian. Circa 1750.
1866
Edward Barnard & Sons
10428 Pair of Antique Silver Tea Caddies
£3,750

A stunning pair of rectangular silver tea caddy boxes with deep, crisp, embossed decoration of flowers and foliate scrolls. The caddies have sliding tops and bases; the hinged top finials are in the form of a leaf. Total weight 763g, 24.5 troy oz. Height 13cm (11cm with leaf finial folded), 5.1/4.3ins. Base 8.7cmx6.2cm, 3.4×2.4ins. London 1866. Maker Edward and John Barnard. Sterling silver.
1689
Benjamin Pyne
10427 William and Mary Antique Silver Monteith Bowl
£8,950

An attractive early English silver punch bowl from the late 1600’s having a castellated top with cherub heads; the circular foot with a bold gadrooned border. Good gauge silver. The body decoration, typical for a monteith of the late 17th century, has a series of asymmetrical lobed panels intersected by spiral flutes of matted background which closely resemble cornucopia. Weight 1100g, 35.3 troy oz. Diameter 28.8cm. London 1689. Maker Benjamin Pyne, a well known maker of the period. Sterling silver.
1693
William Gamble
10426 William and Mary Antique Silver Tazza
£11,750

A majestic early English silver footed salver with a broad gadroon border to the top and foot. Large size and very impressive. To the centre is a large contemporary, hand engraved armorial within plumage feathers. Good patina and charming traces of the original hand-beaten finish. Weight 821g, 26.4 troy oz. Height 8.2cm, 3.5ins. Diameter 33.6cm, 13.25ins.
London 1693. Maker William Gamble. Sterling silver.
1686
Clemont Stoner
10425 James II Antique Silver Caster
£6,750

It’s rare to find such an early example of this large size and weight. The late 17th century silver muffineer is in the traditional lighthouse design and has a bayonet fitting, typical of these very early casters. The base is plain styled with a broad gadroon band, the top is simply pierced, the holes are quite large as crushed loaf sugar was still in use at this early date. Hand engraved to the front is an armorial crest with initials below. Weight 381g, 12.2 troy oz. Height 20cm, 8ins. Diameter 9.6cm, 3.75ins. London 1686. Maker Clemont Stoner. Sterling silver.
Circa 1690 - 1710

10424 Late 17th Century Antique Silver Scent Bottle
£975

A charming little continental silver scent bottle in the form of a medieval pilgrim flask complete with pull off stopper and hanging chains. Made of unmarked silver, circa late 17th/early 18th century, with traces of the original mercury gilt finish. The oval body is chased with birds and bouquets of flowers; the top is cast in the form of a basket of fruit. Weight 51g, 1.6 troy oz. Height 7.8cm, 3ins. Continental, probably German. Circa 1700. Unmarked silver.
1710
Edward Cornock
10423 Queen Anne Antique Silver Tobacco Box
£2,750

A charming early English silver box of plain oval form. The pull-off cover with a large, crisp armorial within a decorative cartouche for Harrington quartering Moodie (Mudie). This style was popular from the mid-17th century up until the reign of George I. Weight 122g, 3.9 troy oz. Length 9.2cm. Width 7.4cm. Height 2cm. London circa 1710. Maker Edward Cornock.
Britannia standard silver, high purity 95.8%.
1678
Thomas Roman
10421 Charles II Antique Silver 2 Handled Cup
£8,750

This beautiful chinoiserie silver cup must be almost unique. The body is raised from sheet and has simple strap handles and an incised, reeded neck. This is similar in form to the earliest type of mug which was only made during a short period at the last quarter of the 17^th century. The cup (or porringer?) is made completely by hand, and has a gilt silver finish. The body is stunningly decorated with a hand chased chinoiserie scene depicting exotic birds and plants in a tropical forest. Weight 254grams, 8.1 troy oz. Height 11cm (top of handle), 10.5cm (top of neck). Spread across the handles 18.5cm. Diameter 10.3cm. London 1678. Maker Thomas Roman. Sterling silver.
1691
John Duck
10420 William and Mary Antique Silver Beaker
£7,750

A superb 17^th century antique silver cup of tapering form cylindrical decorated with an exuberant floral design typical of the second half of the 1600’s. Prick engraved “1691” below the rim. An attractive feature is the domed leather presentation casket (circa 1780), the swivel hooks made of silver, the underside covered in marbled paper. Contains 200ml.
Weight 3.8 troy oz, 119g. Height 9.3cm, 3.5ins. Diameter 15.25cm, 6 ins. London 1691. Maker John Duck, well known for his fine period beakers. Sterling silver.
1680
Ralph Leake
10419 Pair of Charles II Antique Silver Boxes
£10,750

An outstanding pair of 17th century silver toilet boxes of octagonal form with pull off lids. Good size and weight. The charming decoration is a superb example of the flat chased chinoiserie style popular in the late 1600’s. Each box depicts a different scene incorporating two Chinese figures within a backdrop of architectural ruins and exotic plants and birds. At this date boxes of this type would have originally been part of an extensive toilet service. Weight 738g, 23.7 troy oz. Width 13.7cm, 5.4 inches. Height 7.2cm, 2.8 inches. London 1680. Maker Ralph Leake. Sterling silver.
1716
George Gillingham
10418 George I Antique Silver Snuffer Tray and Scissors
£8,750

It’s unusual to find a completely matching candle snuffer set from this early date, particularly with these attractive features. The scissor stand has an hour glass form, with the flat teardrop handle and small ball feet similar to early chambersticks of that date. The candle douter and wick trimmer has a simple open and shut mechanism and retains the original steel cutting plates, the pointed end was used to loosen and remove candle stubs from the socket. Both pieces bear the attractive hand engraved crest of a stallion horse.
1712
James Rood
10417 Queen Anne Antique Silver Milk Jug
£3,950

This charming little antique milk jug dates to the beginning of the 1700’s. With its simple plain design and carved wooden handle, it has a good weight and nice colour. Owner’s initials “GAM” to the base. This is one of the earliest forms of milk jug and the style is very much like a contemporary coffee pot. Contains 310 ml. Weight 448 grams, 14.4 troy oz. Height 17.2cm. Spread 14cm. London 1712. Maker James Rood. Britannia standard silver, high purity 95.8%.
1657
Edward Treen
10416 Commonwealth Antique Silver Beaker
£10,750

A superb antique silver cup dating back to the turbulent mid 1600’s. Of tapering cylindrical form it has a flared rim and simple foot wires. Hand engraved to the top with a band of strapwork interspersed with foliate and scroll motifs. The front is stipple engraved with initials ‘MT’. Fine patina and hand beaten finish. Contains 350ml. Weight 177g, 5.6 troy oz. Height 10.6cm. Diameter of top 8.3cm. London 1657. Maker Edward Treen. Sterling silver.
Circa 1870 - 1880
Pavel Sazikov
10413 Russian Antique Silver Salt
£225

An interesting example of Russian Imperial silver made by the master silversmiths of Pavel Sasikov in St Petersburg. Fashioned from heavy gauge silver, the salt cellar is hand engraved with a distinctive design of Eastern motifs on a matted background. Excellent quality and feels good in the hand. Weight 95g, 3 troy oz. Height 5.1cm. Diameter 7.5cm.
Made in St Petersburg, Russia. Circa 1870-1880. Silver grade 84 zolotniks.
1715
Richard Bayley
10409 George I Antique Silver Chocolate Pot
£10,750

A full size early English silver chocolate pot with a domed lid and fruit wood side handle. The top finial is detachable so that the chocolate can be stirred by inserting a swizzle stick. The pot can also be used for serving coffee. Lovely elegant plain style, simple reed borders, and with the desirable octagonal shape. Hand engraved to the front is a beautiful armorial within a cartouche flanked by cherubs and topped with a bowl of fruit. Contains 1000ml. Weight 846 grams, 27.2 troy ounces. Height 25.2cm. Diameter of base 12.3cm. Spread 21.5cm. London 1715. Maker Richard Bayley. Britannia standard silver, high grade 95,8% purity.
1807
Mary Troby
10408 George III Antique Silver Table Centrepiece
£3,500

An elegant antique silver centerpiece complete with matching suite of contemporary cut crystal bowls. Plain oval shape with 4 detachable arms, classical ram’s heads with looped chains, and paw feet. The glass bowls can be used separately. The weight of silver is 1297 grams, 41.7 troy ounces. Height 24.25 cms. Spread 47 cms. Bowls 29.5 x 20.5/13 x 9 cms. All pieces marked London 1807. Maker Mary Troby. Sterling silver.
1829
Thomas Wimbush
10406 George IV Antique Silver Soup Tureen
£12,500

An outstanding antique silver tureen with matching domed cover. Large and impressive; excellent size for serving soup, casseroles and vegetables. Fantastic weight and very fine quality. The oval bellied shape is applied with stunning cast silver handles and oak and acorn foliate shaped feet; the lid handle is cast in the form of a lion rampant. Hand engraved armorials to the front and reverse of the body and lid for the Honorable East India Company and the Bosanquet family. Heavy gauge silver. Good colour. Weight 4,735g, 152.2 troy oz. Spread across handles 43cm. Height 26cm (total, 23cm (top of handle). London 1829. Maker Thomas Wimbush. Sterling silver.
1640

10405 Charles I Antique Silver Sweetmeat Dish
£5,500

A very beautiful 17th century silver dish with leaf side handles, dating back to the first half of the 1600’s. Of circular form, hand decorated with a segmented foliate design and a central cartouche with concentric punches. This form is sometimes described as a wine taster however this example doesn’t have the domed centre for viewing the colour of the wine. Excellent patina. Weight 124g, 3.9 troy oz. Spread 21cm. Diameter 15cm. Height 2.3cm. London 1640. Maker “IM”. Sterling silver.
1688
St John Hoyte
10404 Charles II Antique Silver Porringer
£2,250

An early English silver porringer with decorative caryatid handles. Excellent colour. The plain body has an embossed band of acanthus leaf to the lower body. To the front are the prick initials “S over I*M”. Weight 224 grams, 7.2 troy oz. Height 9cm (top of handle). Spread across handles 17.5cm. Diameter 10.5cm. London 1688. Maker St John Hoyte. Sterling silver.
1698 - 1699
Mark Paillet
10401 William III Antique Silver Candlesticks
£8,750

An elegant pair of early English silver candlesticks dating from the end of the 1600’s. Solid cast silver with octagonal form, baluster columns, and a hand engraved lion crest to the faceted bases. Dwarf size, suitable for a desk. Excellent colour. Weight 446g, 14.3 troy oz. Height 14.3cm. Base 9.9cm. London 1698/99. Maker Mark Paillet, listed as Huguenot. Britannia standard silver, 95.8% purity.
1749
William Gould
10398 George II Silver Candlesticks
£2,750

An excellent pair of antique silver candle holders with shell corners and detachable sconces. Very attractive design and heavy cast silver. Weight 1042g, 33.5 troy oz. Height 21cm. Base 11x11cm. London 1749. Maker William Gould. Sterling silver.
1718
Paul de Lamerie
10396 George I Antique Silver Snuffer Tray
£7,750

An antique silver snuffer stand, a good early example by the celebrated Huguenot maker Paul de Lamerie. Of shaped rectangular form with curved sides and a central carrying handle. Good plain design and heavy gauge silver typical of this date. Weight 267g, 8.5 troy oz. Height 2.7cm/5.6cm (top of handle). Length 18.4cm. Width 8.3cm. London 1718. Maker Paul de Lamerie. Britannia standard silver, 95.8% purity.
Circa 1670

10393 Charles II Antique Silver Miniature Wine Taster
£1,250

A charming little early English miniature dish from the reign of Charles II. Very sweet size. This little cup has a circular form with simple wirework handles and an embossed grape decoration. Owner’s initials “AA” engraved to the top rim. Weight 12 grams, less than half a troy ounce. Height 1.5 cm approx. Diameter of top 5.2cm. Spread across handles 7.4cm. English, circa 1670. Unmarked sterling silver.
1689 - 1690
Thomas Ash
10392 William & Mary Antique Silver Candlesticks
£10,750

A rare pair of early antique silver candlesticks dating from the late 1600’s. Of unusual form, these fine candlesticks stand on broad flaring octagonal bases, the fixed octagonal sconces over fluted cylindrical stems. Hand engraved below with owner’s initials “P over TE”. There are faint traces of an armorial within plumage feathers to both. Weight 725g, 23 troy oz. Height 20.5cm. Width of base 10.5cm. London 1689 and 1690. Maker Thomas Ash. Sterling silver.