Item
428742
George IV sterling silver salver, Paul Storr, London, 1828
Period : First half of the 19th century
Description
George IV sterling silver salver, Paul Storr, London, 1828
Circular shape, with a shaped and richly decorated edge. Adorned with a refined Rococo motif of scrolls and shells. The salver's surface features fine burin engravings with floral and foliate scroll motifs. All resting on three scroll-decorated feet.
Sterling silver marked with 5 hallmarks:
Manufacturer's logo: Paul Storr
Lion passant: alloy mark. Guarantee control of the 925/1000 sterling silver standard
Leopard's head with crown: City of London
Date letter year: 1828
Duty mark: King George IV head
Dimensions
HxWxD 3.5cm x 26.5cm x 26.5cm
Weight
652gr
Provenance
Private collection
Conditions
Slight signs of wear and superficial scratches. Defect on the salver's surface. The five hallmarks are present at the base of the salver.
Country of origin: BS (Brescia) Italia
Restauri: Lievi segni di usura del tempo e graffi superficiali. Difetto sul piano del salver.