Lot 829
  • 829

A George III silver-gilt ewer, Richard Pearce, London, 1811

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on base rim
  • silver
  • height 14 3/4 in.
  • 35 cm
in the Portuguese Rococo style with chased and engraved shellwork and flowers, the front applied with a cartouche

Condition

gilding rubbed at high spots and a few minor dings, stem pushed slightly down on one side, overall good condition
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