Antique George II Silver Jug

18th century

Sold by The Silver Cabinet

Description

A lovely, dainty example of a solid sterling silver jug dating from the reign on George II.

It is hallmarked on the base for London 1749 with the maker's mark of Dorothy Mills and Thomas Sarbitt. Female silversmiths from this era are highly collectable and this jug features several quirky Rococo decorations - a large nesting bird, a cottage and a rabbit amongst the flora. There is a large empty cartouche beneath the wide pourer.

It is in a classic baluster form with ogee rim and ear handle and stands on three shell and C scroll trefid feet.

Charming!

Dimensions:

Height: 9cm

Width: 9.5cm

Weight: 84g.

Post and packaging are free within the UK. Overseas buyers please e-mail for postage costs. Thank you.

Payment can be made via PayPal, bank transfer or cheque. A PayPal account is not needed - payment by credit or debit card can be made by pressing the ‘pay now’ button on the item page.

Physical Dimensions

Height

9cm (3.54")

Width

9.5cm (3.74")

Depth

6cm (2.36")

Declaration

The Silver Cabinet has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA754698

Dealers Internal Reference

C587

Description

A lovely, dainty example of a solid sterling silver jug dating from the reign on George II.

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It is hallmarked on the base for London 1749 with the maker's mark of Dorothy Mills and Thomas Sarbitt.

The Silver Cabinet

Female silversmiths from this era are highly collectable and this jug features several quirky Rococo decorations - a large nesting bird, a cottage and a rabbit amongst the flora. There is a large empty cartouche beneath the wide pourer.

It is in a classic baluster form with ogee rim and ear handle and stands on three shell and C scroll trefid feet.

Charming!

Dimensions:

Height: 9cm

Width: 9.5cm

Weight: 84g.

Post and packaging are free within the UK. Overseas buyers please e-mail for postage costs. Thank you.

Payment can be made via PayPal, bank transfer or cheque. A PayPal account is not needed - payment by credit or debit card can be made by pressing the ‘pay now’ button on the item page.