Lot 185
  • 185

A large George IV silver centrepiece, Richard Sibley for Makepeace & Harker, London, 1829

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Silver
  • 58.2cm., 23in. high
the central column cast with oak leaves featuring two layers of four unfurling groups, supporting a central leaf embellished flaring circular bowl, the shaped square pedestal stand with plain panelled sides above an oak leaf border, on four leaf-embellished scrolling feet between cast oak shell and leaf swags, incuse stamped MAKEPIECE LONDON to rim of base

Condition

Fully and clearly marked to body of base underneath applied leaves. Other sections clearly part marked. Extremely heavy gauge. Good crisp condition with no apparent losses to the ornate leaf work.
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