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Antique Silver George III Sugar Basket made in 1773
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A large and unusual Georgian silver swing-handled sugar basket which is superbly decorated with neoclassical motifs including bows, swags, palmettes and a pierced frieze of Greek key decoration to the foot.
| Date | 1773 |
| Made By | Burrage Davenport |
| Location | London |
| Stock Number | W30x20 |
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Antique Silver George III Sugar Basket made in 1773
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A large and unusual Georgian silver swing-handled sugar basket which is superbly decorated with neoclassical motifs including bows, swags, palmettes and a pierced frieze of Greek key decoration to the foot.
The body is beautifully fluted with cleverly shaded panels interspersed with plain panels and a vacant cartouche to one side.
The basket still retains its cobalt blue liner which is removable.
The basket is in very condition throughout and is a lovely piece of 18th century neoclassical silver.
Dimensions: height (to top of handle) 20.5 cm, diameter 11.6 cm; weight 10 troy oz.
Hallmarks registered prior to March, 1773. His workshop was 6 Foster Lane, London.
He was known for making exceptional cake baskets, inkstands and seems to have specialised in fine pierced work.
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