Description
George III Sterling Silver Condiment Stand, Paul Storr, London, 1808
This magnificent and large antique George III condiment set comprises two mustard pots, two large oil/vinegar bottles on the original stand. The two large oil/vinegar bottles retain their original hinged lids. The imposing mustard pots retain their original lids, embellished with original engraving and surmounted by acorn-style terminals. The components of this imposing antique Georgian condiment set are displayed on the original plain oval stand with hallmarks. The stand is decorated with impressive integrated handles, in acanthus leaf and scroll decorated, with a beaded border around the edge. The stand retains its original hallmark’s supporting frame decorated with wire incorporating four receptacles held on four column supports with lion paw feet, which attach to the underside of the stand by locking nuts.
Sterling Silver Hallmarked with 5 stamps:
Maker's Mark: Paul Storr
Lion Passant: Alloy stamp. Guarantee control of 925 sterling fineness
Leopard's head crowned: City of London
Date letter year: 1808
Duty stamp: King George III's head
Dimensions
HxWxD 25.5cm x 39cm x 23cm
Weight
Stand: 1.817gr
Provenance
Private Collection
Condition
Slight signs of age-related wear and superficial scratches. The 5 hallmarks are present on the base of the stand. On the stand's handle are: the maker's mark, the lion passant, the date letter year, the duty stamp. On the two oilers we find the maker's mark, the lion passant, and the date letter year. While on the two salt cellars: the maker's mark, the lion passant, the date letter year, the duty stamp. On the lids of the two salt cellars: the maker's mark, the lion passant, and the date letter year.
