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George III Antique Silver Bonbon Basket, London 1769
Highland Antiques Ltd
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George III Antique Silver Bonbon Basket, London 1769

18th century
Description

A rare George III silver bonbon basket made in London in 1769 by John Lamb. It is excellent condition with no damage or repairs. It has a full set of hallmarks and a swing handle. It sits square on its single foot and has beautifully cut leaf and flower designs. This is a timeless piece of very useable Georgian silver that would grace any collection.

WEIGHT; 104 grams or 3.3ozst approx.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA971449
Dealers Internal Reference
6714-052
Description
A rare George III silver bonbon basket made in London in 1769 by John Lamb. It is excellent condition with no damage or repairs. It has a full set of hallmarks and a swing handle. It sits square on its single foot and has beautifully cut leaf and flower designs. This is a timeless piece of very useable Georgian silver that would grace any collection.

WEIGHT; 104 grams or 3.3ozst approx.

FREE DELIVERY IN THE UK

Payment by Paypal, debit or credit cards or bank transfer

Returns within 14 days allowed. buyer pays all postage.

Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA971449
Dealers Internal Ref
6714-052
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

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

Dealer Profile

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 Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim.
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Archive I A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim.

George III Antique Silver Bonbon Basket, London 1769

Archive II A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim. View II
Archive III A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim.
Archive V A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim. View V
Archive VI A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim. View VI
Archive VII A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim. View VII
Archive VIII A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim. View VIII
Archive IX A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim. View IX
Archive X A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim. View X
Archive XI A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim. View XI
Archive XII A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim. View XII
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A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim.
George III antique silver bonbon basket, London 1769
Ref: SA971449
A Georgian sterling silver bonbon basket featuring hand-pierced floral lattice decoration, a twisted overhead swing handle, and a scalloped rim.
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George III period silver baskets, crafted between 1760 and 1820, are recognised for intricate hand-pierced latticework, repousse floral motifs, beaded borders, and cast twisted swing handles. Designs shifted from elaborate Rococo scrolls in the 1760s toward restrained Neoclassical forms later in the century.

Silversmiths formed the basic oval or circular bowl shape from sheet sterling silver, using hand chisels, punches, and saws to pierce the decorative lattice patterns. Handles and foot rims were cast separately and soldered onto the main body before final polishing.

Authentic Georgian silver carries a standard mark (the lion passant for sterling silver), a town mark (such as the leopards head for London), a makers mark, and a specific date letter. From 1784 onward, a duty mark depicting the sovereigns profile was also applied.

An antique silver basket serves as a decorative tabletop object on a sideboard, console table, or dining table centrepiece. It can be displayed empty to highlight its pierced metalwork or used to hold small decorative items.

Wash the silver in warm water with mild, non-citrus dish soap using a soft cloth, then dry thoroughly with a microfibre towel. Avoid abrasive polishes, rubber gloves, or dip cleaners, as these can strip natural patination and damage delicate hand-pierced detailing.
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