Lot 277
  • 277

A George III Silver Wine Cooler, Paul Storr, London, 1808

Estimate
80,000 - 100,000 USD
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Description

  • height 11 1/4in. (28.5cm)
raised on a square plinth supported by four winged lions, the urn form body partly gadrooned, and with a band of double-shells spaced by buds near rim, engraved on both sides with arms within foliate mantles, the reeded loop handles springing from lion heads and centered by acanthus-flanked shells, the detachable collar crested and with moulded guilloche border, fitted removable liner also crested, fully marked, base stamped RUNDELL BRIDGE ET RUNDELL AURIFICES REGIS LONDINI, body and collar numbered 4

Condition

arms probably slightly later
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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Catalogue Note

The arms are those of Poynder.  The key in the chief was granted to Thomas Poynder, Treasurer of Christ's Hospital, London.