Description
Sterling silver lidded ewer, vermeil silver interior, Queen Victoria, Samuel Smily Goldsmiths Alliance, London, 1868
This splendid lidded ewer is of unusual form, made of heavy gauge silver, it features smooth surfaces accentuated by bold decorative elements of floral and geometric motifs and cartouches on both sides of the ewer's body. A hinged lid with a domed surface and decorations that echo the body's theme. The handle features cast, chased and applied ornaments. Short spout, circular base. Vermeil silver interior.
Sterling silver hallmarked with 5 marks:
Maker's mark: Samuel Smily Goldsmiths Alliance
Lion passant: hallmark of the alloy. Sterling standard guarantee control 925/1000
Leopard's head with crown: city of London
Date letter year: 1868
Duty mark: Queen Victoria's head
Dimensions
33.5cm x 26cm x 20.5cm
Weight
2,142gr
Provenance
Private collection
Condition
Slight signs of age-related wear and surface scratches. The five hallmarks are present on the side of the ewer. At the base of the ewer, the mark Goldsmiths Alliance Limited Cornhill London. At the base of the lid, the maker's mark, lion passant, and date letter year hallmarks.
