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George III Antique Silver and Blue Glass Sugar Basin, London 1785
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for sale €1,047     $1,137
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George III Antique Silver and Blue Glass Sugar Basin, London 1785

18th century
Description

An elegant George III antique silver and blue glass sugar basin or basket. Made in London in 1785 by John Wall, a rare maker. It has a full set of hallmarks under the foot as well as an incuse duty mark which is very seldom seen. The blue glass is in perfect condition as is the rest of the basin. The navette shaped bowl is beautifully engraved on the body and has a firm swing handle. It sits on a single spreading foot and is an extremely collectable item.

Weight; 344 grams or 11 ozst approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Declaration

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Silver Sugar Basket to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1241563
Dealers Internal Reference
7966-034
Description
An elegant George III antique silver and blue glass sugar basin or basket. Made in London in 1785 by John Wall, a rare maker.
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It has a full set of hallmarks under the foot as well as an incuse duty mark which is very seldom seen.
Highland Antiques Ltd

The blue glass is in perfect condition as is the rest of the basin. The navette shaped bowl is beautifully engraved on the body and has a firm swing handle. It sits on a single spreading foot and is an extremely collectable item.

Weight; 344 grams or 11 ozst approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Silver Sugar Basket to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1241563
Dealers Internal Ref
7966-034
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Highland Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner.
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Archive I A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner.

George III Antique Silver and Blue Glass Sugar Basin, London 1785

Archive II A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner. View II
Archive III A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner. View III
Archive IV A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner. View IV
Archive V A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner. View V
Archive VI A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner. View VI
Archive VII A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner. View VII
Archive VIII A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner. View VIII
Archive IX A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner. View IX
Archive X A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner. View X
Archive XI A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner. View XI
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A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner.
George III antique silver and blue glass sugar basin, London 1785
Ref: SA1241563
A George III sterling silver sugar basket featuring pierced geometric engraving, a beaded swing handle, a pedestal base, and a fitted cobalt blue glass liner.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSugar Basins
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III / Georgian Neoclassical
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Cobalt Glass
  • ColourSilver, Cobalt Blue
  • MotifsBeaded swing handle, Pierced geometric lattice, Bright-cut engraving, Oval cartouche
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 12.5 cm (5 in)

This George III sugar basin dates from the Georgian period and takes the form of a navette-shaped basket with a fitted cobalt blue glass liner. The piece comprises a sterling silver body resting on a spreading pedestal foot, complemented by a vertical swing handle. Decoration includes bright-cut engraving with an oval cartouche, pierced geometric lattice work along the upper bowl, and a beaded rim and handle border. Full hallmarks appear underneath the foot alongside an incuse duty mark, while the silver surfaces show a polished finish and the glass displays a rich blue hue. Measuring 15 cm high, 10 cm wide, and 12.5 cm deep, this small table article suits placement upon a dining sideboard or a living room display table as a decorative container or serving accessory.

FAQs

During the 18th century, silver sugar baskets featuring removable cobalt blue glass liners were crafted for serving sugar at tea tables, protecting the interior metal from moisture while displaying openwork silver patterns.

These vessels combine sterling silver frames, embellished with pierced geometric lattice and bright-cut engraving, with blown cobalt blue glass liners.

Authentic items display a full set of British hallmarks, including the town mark, lion passant for sterling purity, makers mark, date letter, and monarch duty mark.

Place the item as a decorative accent on a sideboard, mantle, or console table where ambient light highlights the contrast between polished silver and deep blue glass.

Remove the glass insert to wash gently with warm water and mild liquid detergent, while cleaning the silver structure separately using a soft polishing cloth and specialised silver cream.
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