Lot 2200
  • 2200

A George III silver sugar basket, Henry Chawner, London, 1793

Estimate
600 - 800 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on base and handle
  • silver
  • length 6 in.
  • 15.2 cm
boat-form with reeded borders and bands of bright-cut lines centered by two shields, one crested, swing handle, gilt interior

Condition

wear to some bright-cut decoration, crest removed from the vacant shield (traces), gilding rubbed, overall good condition with minor surface nicks throughout
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