Technical Description
A Georgian silver vinaigrette with a beautifully gilded and pierced foliate grille. Fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1819 and with the makers mark ‘IT’ for Joseph Taylor. The top cartouche holds the monogram letters MAB engraved in fine Victorian script and surrounded by foliate decoration and a star to the underside. There is a hanging loop attached to wear as a pendant.
Accompanied by its original perfume-scented pad under the grille.
Date & Origin
Birmingham, England, 1819.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. The hinges are in full working order.
Dimensions
Length & Width : 3.4 cm x 2.3 cm (excluding the hanging loop)
Height: 1 cm
Documented Examples
MET museum: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/207452
Historical Context
We have included an additional image for context showing the original illustrated trade card for Joseph Taylor’s business. The symbolic imagery shows connections with s
...hipping and overseas trading, also highlighting his craftsmanship in gold and silver jewellery boxes, watches and other metalworks.
Internal Reference: 2024022802
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1061735
Dateline of this antique is 1800
Height is 1cm (0.4inches)Width is 3.4cm (1.3inches)Depth is 2.3cm (0.9inches)
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