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Pair of Georgian Silver Salt Boats
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Pair of Georgian Silver Salt Boats

18th century
Description

A matching pair of 18th Century silver salt boats of oval pedestal form with elegant scrolling handles and reeded borders. They both have a brightly gilded interior and a faintly engraved family crest.

They are both clearly hallmarked for London, 1793 and the maker Henry Chawner. They are good quality and weigh approximately 132g.

They are in very good condition for their age. There are no major damages and they display beautifully. There are some faint surface marks and small dinks but nothing detrimental and the gilding is bright. They have been gently cleaned and polished and are ready for use.

Approximate Measurements:

Height : 2 1/4" (6cm)

Width : 4 3/4" (12cm)

Depth : 2 1/4" (6cm)

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £7

Rest of the world £25

Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated these Georgian Silver Salt Cellars to the Georgian era.

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SA1229788
Description
A matching pair of 18th Century silver salt boats of oval pedestal form with elegant scrolling handles and reeded borders. They both have a brightly gilded interior and a faintly engraved family crest.
fig 1. A pair of Georgian sterling silver boat-shaped salt cellars with pedestal bases and gilded interiors.
fig 1. Pair of Georgian Silver Salt Boats

They are both clearly hallmarked for London, 1793 and the maker Henry Chawner. They are good quality and weigh approximately 132g.

They are in very good condition for their age. There are no major damages and they display beautifully.

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There are some faint surface marks and small dinks but nothing detrimental and the gilding is bright.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

They have been gently cleaned and polished and are ready for use.

fig 2. A pair of Georgian sterling silver boat-shaped salt cellars with pedestal bases and gilded interiors.
fig 2. Pair of Georgian Silver Salt Boats

Approximate Measurements:

Height : 2 1/4" (6cm)

Width : 4 3/4" (12cm)

Depth : 2 1/4" (6cm)

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £7

Rest of the world £25

Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated these Georgian Silver Salt Cellars to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1229788
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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A pair of Georgian sterling silver boat-shaped salt cellars with pedestal bases and gilded interiors.
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A Georgian silver salt boat is an open vessel crafted during the 18th or early 19th century to hold table salt. Designed in a Classical boat shape with a elevated pedestal base, these vessels served functional and decorative roles in formal dining.

Georgian salt cellars were typically constructed from sterling silver and frequently featured gold-washed or gilded interior linings. The gilding was applied to protect the silver metal from chemical reaction and corrosion caused by sodium chloride.

Authenticity is verified through official hallmarks, which include the lion passant for sterling silver, a town mark, a date letter, and a makers mark. Period construction features, such as hand-formed seams and authentic surface patination on the base, also indicate period origin.

Antique silver salt cellars can be incorporated into modern dining tablescapes or sideboard arrangements as decorative vessels for specialty seasonings or trinkets. Their classical lines allow them to pair effectively with contemporary tableware.

Wash silver salt cellars in warm water with mild dish soap immediately after use to remove salt residue. Gently polish the exterior silver with a soft microfiber cloth, avoiding harsh chemicals or dip solutions that could erode the internal gilding.
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