George III Armorial Silver Coffee Pot, London 1777

18th century

Sold by Treaders Collectables

Description

A substantial George III sterling silver coffee pot of baluster form, raised on a stepped pedestal foot and with domed hinged cover surmounted by a cast flame finial. The body, lid, spout and foot profusely chased throughout with rococo decoration of flowers, scrolling acanthus, and shell cartouches — likely enhanced during the 19th century in the rococo-revival taste then fashionable.

The front engraved with a fine armorial cartouche bearing a family arms and motto, three stars in chief above a beast rampant, surmounted by a demi-wolf crest, with the motto "VINCIT QUI SE VINCIT" ("He conquers who conquers himself") on a scrolled ribbon.

Fully hallmarked to underside for London 1777: crowned leopard's head, lion passant, date letter "b." Maker's mark partially obscured by a later punch, with the letter "W" visible.

Height 34 cm , Width 23 cm , Depth 15 cm , Weight 1175 grams

Very good antique condition with attractive natural patina.

Physical Dimensions

Height

34cm (13.39")

Width

23cm (9.06")

Depth

15cm (5.91")

Declaration

Treaders Collectables has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1215552

Dealers Internal Reference

9005

Description

fig 1. George III Armorial Silver Coffee Pot, London 1777

The front engraved with a fine armorial cartouche bearing a family arms and motto, three stars in chief above a beast rampant, surmounted by a demi-wolf crest, with the motto "VINCIT QUI SE VINCIT" ("He conquers who conquers himself") on a scrolled ribbon.

fig 2. George III Armorial Silver Coffee Pot, London 1777

Fully hallmarked to underside for London 1777: crowned leopard's head, lion passant, date letter "b." Maker's mark partially obscured by a later punch, with the letter "W" visible.

Height 34 cm , Width 23 cm , Depth 15 cm , Weight 1175 grams

Very good antique condition with attractive natural patina.