http://collections.mfa.org/collections/315139/objects/rdfAOE.English Silverhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/820764/resize%3Aformat%3Dfullhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1298217/resize%3Aformat%3Dfull12-piece Toilet Service1680Jacob BodendeichSilver with flat-chased decoration; velvet; animal bristles; woodComprising a pair of salvers, pomade pots, mirror, casket, pair of boxes, pair of small boxes, pin cushion and a brush.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/457215/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/771111/resize%3Aformat%3DfullArchitectural salt1577–78Affable PartridgeSilver gilt, rock crystalThe square base of the salt rests on four claw feet, each grasping a crystal ball; the edge is stamped with two bands of ovolo decoration. On the corners of a cushion shaped base, embossed with fruit clusters surrounding applied masks, four pedestals rise to caryatid figures supporting the upper section of the salt. In the center stands a figure of Venus holding a wreath above her head. She is flanked by two putti, encircling her with joined hands. The group is enclosed by a rock crystal cylinder that is fitted into a collar above and below; the lower fitting is stamped with an egg-and-dart pattern and a fluted border- the upper fitting repeats the egg-and-dart decoration. The top section of the salt is composed of a square flange with a dentiled rim, the underside of which is stamped with an egg-and-dart pattern. The receptacle for salt is set within a square that is engraved on the corners with scrolling foliage. The removable cover is square, with a raised dome chased with fruit and strapwork flanking an applied mask on each side. The edges are finished with a textured applied wire, and the corners are engraved with scrolling foliage and set with glass beads. The finial is composed of a crystal ball supported on a calyx, surmounted by a figure of a putto holding a bagpipe. The square base of the salt is formed, embossed, and chased, with moldings composed of die-struck wires applied to the rim. The cast claw feet with crystal mounts are soldered to the corners of the base; a pin with a decorated rivet secures each crystal foot. The central section of the salt is composed of the cast sculptural group centered in the rock crystal cylinder that is supported on moldings composed of die-struck and formed wires. The four cast and chased caryatid pillars rest on fabricated bases; they are soldered at the top to the die-struck upper molding. The well for salt is raised and engraved. The cover of the salt is formed of a single sheet that is embossed, chased, and engraved, with applied cast masks and cut wire borders. The cast finial is riveted to the rock crystal ball; the supporting calyx has been repaired with soft solder, and the three faceted glass beads on the corners of the cover are replacements. The fourth is lacking.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/59390/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/802525/resize%3Aformat%3DfullArgyll1772–73Louisa CourtauldSilverThe vase-shaped body rests on a trumpet foot. Around the foot rim there is applied beading, and the stem is chased with vertical fluting. The raised body is chased on the lower section with acanthus leaves, and around the upper rim there is a chased frieze of rosettes within panels, set off above and below by two strings of applied beading. The spout and handle, on opposite sides of the body, cast in several pieces and finely chased, are formed from two interwinging serpents, the open mouth of one forming the spout, the mouth of the other biting the tail of the first and forming the handle. The raised, spool-shaped cover is chased with vertical fluting, and rises to a dome bordered with a chased laurel band and surmounted by a cast acorn finial. The interior is fitted with a removable reservoir formed by two conjoined cones.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/53308/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1500267/resize%3Aformat%3DfullThe Boston Mace1727Gabriel SleathSilver, with internal wooden shaftThe ceremonial mace of the mayor of the town of Boston, Lincolnshire, consists of five pieces that fit together and are held in place by an interior wooden rod. The upper and lower shafts are hollow, fitting over the rod and meeting at a central knop. The upper end has four cast S-shaped figural brackets that abut the underside of the head. The underside of the top has been fitted with a threaded ferule that screws into the end of the central rod. The top surface of the mace bears the coat of arms of George I, a cast medal set into the lid, whose crown-like rim is a cast and applied band of openwork fleur-de-lys. The mace head is raised and chased with badges of the monarch (Tudor rose, Scottish thistle, Celtic harp, and French fleur de lys) on a stippled ground and alternating with winged putti. The terminal of the mace is engraved, "Sam. Abbott Gent. Mayor / 1727".http://collections.mfa.org/objects/639922/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1298215/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCandelabrum1744–45John Hugh Le SageSilver (sterling standard)One of a pair (with 2001.37.2). Figural stem with a satyr holding up a vase-shaped socket with applied garlands of oak leaves and swirling sunflower branches. Three candle branches extend from the central socket. The pedestals and branch flanges engraved with the royal arms within the Order of the Garter and surmounted by a crown.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/271903/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1011843/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCandelabrum Centerpiece1806/1807Philip CornmanSilver giltThe tri-form pedestal base rests on voluted water leaves and supports three winged Greco-Egyptian sphinxes modeled in the round. From the backs of the sphinxes rises the central platform, which is applied on the three incurved faces with panels chased with classical scenes, and from which rises a truncated column of palm leaves, supporting a central dish ornamented with classical anthemia and egg-and-dart moldings. Three tri-part foliate scroll branches spring from the palm trunk, the lower part terminating in a Bacchic mask and the other two supporting two-light candle branches. The round, shallow dish is engraved at center with the arms of Kirkcaldy quartering Kinnaird and another, impaling Fitzgerald, for Charles, 8th Baron Kinnaird (1780-1826) and his wife, Lady Olivia-Letitia-Catherine Fitzgerald (d. 1858), the daughter of 2nd Duke of Leinster, whom he married in 1806.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/499298/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1298211/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCasket1820–21John HarrisGilded silverThe rectangular box rests on four detachable lobed feet. The box has broad cast moldings above and below with a string of beads around the top and bottom edges. The sides of the box are formed of square panels of intricate geometric ornament in low relif- four across the front of the box and three along the sides. The box has two covers assembled on one hinge; the interior cover may be concealed within the outer cover by a separate lock. The square panels on the hidden cover are of a different geometric design, incorporating an interlaced chain with an inscription and at the center initials in cipher. The panels, separated by plain moldings, are cast individually from a model that was pierced and assembled. They are meticulously finished.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/59288/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/781764/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCaster1727–28Paul CrespinSilver (sterling standard), giltOne of a pair (with 2001.33.2a-b). Octagonal with alternating straight and incurved sides, on spreading base of conforming outline. The lower part of the body has an applied mid-band with winged female masks with shells above. High domed cover pierced and engraved with alternating panels of diaperwork and scrolls and shells. Double-baluster finial. The side engraved with the royal arms within the Order of the Garter, flanked by the initials GR (George II).http://collections.mfa.org/objects/271899/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1561251/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCenterpiece candelabrum1816 (centerpiece); 1819 (branches)John FlaxmanSilver giltThe stem formed as Mercury descending through a cluster of grapevines, delivering the infant Bacchus to the Nymphs of Nysa, each a fully modeled figure in classical dress, on a circular plinth supported by acanthus leaves flanked by three fully-modeled figures of seated Bacchic panthers, or lions, on an incurved triangular base with shell and foliate apron on three scroll and shell feet. The twelve-light branches have six bifurcated scrolling-vine branches, each terminating in two sockets with removable nozzles, the center formed as an acanthus calyx, the base engraved on three sides with a coat-of-arms within acanthus mantling, the nozzles each engraved with a crest, with wood support under base, marked throughout; the base stamped RUNDELL BRIDGE ET RUNDELL AURIFICES REGIS ET PRINCIPIS WALLIAEREGENTIS BRITANNIAS. The coat and arms and crest are those of Sutton for Sir Richard Sutton, 2d Baronet, who married Mary Elizabeth, daughter of Benjamin Burton of Burton Hall, County Carlow.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/666918/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/797861/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCistern1708–09David Willaume ISilverThe cistern rests on a domed spreading foot assembled of three raised sections chased with two horizontal bands of gadrooning, and above, a chased band of pendant, stylized leaves below a molded arcade. The bombé body of the vessel is raised from heavy sheet, with a chased border of stylized leaves decorating the upper edge. The applied heavy rim is formed of a broad band of gadrooning. The handles are suspended from two brackets in the form of wyverns, cast in several pieces and heavily chased, applied at either end of the body. The urn-shaped fountain rests on a domed spreading foot that is chased with a broad gadrooned band. The spool-shaped stem, formed of several chased sections, has applied vertical brackets and cast gadrooned borders. it supports the baluster body of the vessel, which is formed of seven sections of raised sheet with a gadrooned underside, and four applied cast vertical brackets with rosetts. Four cast lions heads are applied to the shoulder of the vessel, each holding a cast is surmounted by a cast and chased figure in the form of a falcon.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/129116/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/717466/resize%3Aformat%3DfullClaret Jug1883–84Christopher DresserSilver, glassThe clear glass body of the vessel has a cylindrical neck and a flaring geometric base. The underside of the glass is cut with a geometric rosette. The neck is encased in a plain silver collar with a squared, angled spout surmounted by a hinged flat cover. The silver handle is formed of a vertical rod, supported on two horizontal struts that attach to the collar at the top and to a plain silver band at the base. The silver mounts are formed of assembled pieces of sheet. The handle is a seamed tube, attached with cast and fabricated mounts.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/53303/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1298192/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCondiment Vase1771–72Louisa CourtauldSilverThe three vases are of identical form, with two slightly smaller than the third. The raised ovoid body rests on a spreading cast foot with a chased gadrooned rim. The plain body is finely engraved with mythological scenes in the style of Greek vase painting, flowing continuously around the object. The scenes are framed with an engraved Greek key pattern below and above, along the shoulder, circles of anthemion. Two high arching handles, each cast in one piece, rise from the shoulder one with an attached loop to hold a ladle. The cover is formed from two pieces of sheet, one seamed to fit rightly over the bazel on the vase. Around the rim is a band of chased gadrooning and an engraved Greek key pattern. The tall flaring finial has engraved vertical fluting.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/54674/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/799799/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCordial potabout 1690FS over SSilver giltThe pear-shaped pot rests on three feet in the form of dolphins' heads. A cut-card leaf is applied to the body at the juncture of each foot. The curved spout tapers to a dolphin's head at the opening; a line of oval beads is applied to the outside. The handle is S-shaped and modeled with auricular decoration, terminating in the head of a dolphin. There is a small wire eye on the front of the rim opposite the spout. The cover is stepped and slightly domed and the rim is decorated with an applied crimped wire. The finial is in the form of a bud, and a band of foliage is engraved on the cover around the finial. The body of the pot is engraved with a scene of a mounted hunter spearing an attacking lion, and on the other side with a hunter and a boar. The background is engraved with scrolling foliage. The body of the pot is raised. The handle and spout are cast in two sections and chased; the fabricated beaded decoration is applied separately. The cover is raised with an applied crimped wire around the rim and an applied wire bezel; the cast feet, thumbpiece, and finial are chased and applied.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/59419/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/738329/resize%3Aformat%3DfullDecanter1903Charles Robert AshbeeSilver, glass, chrysoprase, corkThe bulbous green glass bottle has a tall tapering neck. A hammered silver collar, formed from two hinged and pinned pieces, clasps the upper part of the neck. A high looping handle, formed from six joined wires, extends from the collar to an oval mount below. An additional wire brace soldered to the oval mount and the front of the collar follows the curve of the body. The removable cover, set on a cork stopper, is slightly domed with a flaring rim and has a finial set with a chrysophase.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/92422/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/799806/resize%3Aformat%3DfullEwer1776–77Matthew BoultonSilver, parcel gilthttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/53209/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/760919/resize%3Aformat%3DfullGame Dish with Cover and Stand1846–47John Samuel HuntSilver, parcel giltThe dish consists of three sections: a base supported on scrolled legs, a removable dish, and a domed cover. The base, formed from several panels of sheet, has a shaped oval stand, richly decorated with panels of chased strapwork and a border of palmettes with bosses in the form of masks. Bolted to the front and back edges of the stand are winged putti, cast in several sections, each holding a dove and a bow and wearing a quiver. Two bifurcated scrolled legs, cast in several sections, rise to support the plateau. They are studded with quatrefoils, mask, diamonds, and beading. A cast snake encricles each leg, and small squirrels and lizards perch on the termini. Two projecting handles formed of a winged female figure and a scroll anchor the edge of the plateau. The base of the plateau, formed from section of sheet and chased, has a heavy baluster pendant that hangs below the dish between the legs. It is cast in two pieces. A plain oval heater rests on a wire rim within the plateau. It is formed of sheet and filled with sand. At the center of the underside is a shallow dome, possible to accommodate an additional heating element stored in the pendant. The shaped oval dish has a broad molded border chased with scrolled foliage enclosing animal heads and a cast outer border of rosettes alternating with masks. Conjoined scrolls form a handle at each end. The domed bombé cover has an applied flaring rim with an ovolo border. The cover is chased overall with arabesques against a matted ground with an oval reserve at each side enclosing a monogram. The removable cast finial is modeled as a group of dead game birds.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/54787/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/976037/resize%3Aformat%3DfullHot-water urn1812Paul StorrSilver gilt, ivoryA two-handled hot-water urn in the form of an ancient amphora, on square base and four lion's paw, scroll and anthemion feet, the underside with detachable lamp, lamp cover and frame, the body with bifurcated serpent and berried laurel and rosette scroll handle and detachable slightly domed cover with spirally-fluted bud finial, the straight spigot issuing from an anthemion, scroll and rosette panel and with eagle's mask terminal and anthemion ivory tap.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/474061/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1536847/resize%3Aformat%3DfullMonteith1687-1688John AustinSilver, flat-chased ornamentIn the Chinoiserie style, of circular form on spreading foot, the sides divided into eight compartments under a notched rim with an applied band of foliate scrolls, the panels divided by borders of matting, one panel engraved with a coat of arms within flat-chased crossed vegetal plumes, five of the remaining panels flat-chased with scenes of exotic warriors in various poses, the remaining two with extravagant birds.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/652369/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/726425/resize%3Aformat%3Dfull"Much Ado About Nothing"1884Leonard Morel-LadeuilSilver; damascened steel frameThe shaped rectangular plaque depicts the marriage scene from "Much Ado About Nothing". It is mounted onto an eared, rectangular damascened steel frame decorated at each corner with masks of 'Comedy' and 'Tragedy', and with interlaced damascene ornament around the plaque. At the top of the frame is a chased silver portrait medallion of Shakespeare crowned with a laurel wreath by two flanking putti. At each side of the frame is a silver trophy of music, and at the bottom is the title plaque.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/65051/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1270896/resize%3Aformat%3DfullPunch Bowl1751William Williamson IISilverThe raised circular bowl has a caulked rim. It rests on a raised spreading domed foot constructed of two pieces with an applied wire rim.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/53289/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1243719/resize%3Aformat%3DfullThe Richmond Race Cup1764Robert AdamSilver giltThe vase-shaped cup rests on a spreading, spiral flutted foot with a border of gadrooning and rosettes and is surmounted by a knop with rosettes. The body of the cup is raised from a single sheet, with a chased acanthus calyx and water leaves on the lower section. At the center of each side of the body, inside an applied border of beading and bellflowers, are applied cast medallion depicting the saddling-up and the race. A chased garland of fruit and flowers hangs from the rim between chased lion's masks. A low-relief frieze depicting the race, formed of applied cast figures, encircles the rim. The cast handles are in the form of winged female caryatids with twisted termini. The spool-shaped cover, formed from three raised sections, is chased with water leaves. At the narrowest point a cast border of Greek key is applied. A foliate finial on the top of a fluted and gadrooned dome surmounts the cover. The gilding has apparently been renewed, and a repair to the juncture of the foot has left a grainy surface.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/59197/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/722618/resize%3Aformat%3DfullRose Bowl1911–12Bernard CuznerSilver, mother-of-pearl, and garnetsThe shallow bowl rests on five columns rising from a stepped base. The foot is a circular pedestal assembled from several pieces of seamed sheet with bands of wire and twisted wire along the rim, and above, a row of applied quatrefoils. Five spiraled columns, fabricated from cast and wrought pieces, rest on the foot supporting the bowl. In two borders above and below the columns are horizontal bands of interlaced motifs. The raised bowls has a wide band of chased stylized foliage just below its rim. Overlapping this bond and in line with the columns below are five applied medallions, each set with five pieces of mother-of-pearl forming a rosette pattern. The medallions are secured by a threaded post soldered to the bowl and a nut, decorated with five garnets mounted in a cinquefoil.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/59242/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/733303/resize%3Aformat%3DfullSalt1824–25Edward FarrellGilded silverEach salt is composed of a spiral shell with a fluted lip on clawed legs. Beneath the lip of the salt is a bearded, turbaned demifigure. The whole rests on a base formed of a tortoise. The handle is formed from the serprent's tail of a fantastic winged creature who perches, as the thumbpiece of the salt, blowing a conch shell. The salt is assembled from heavily cast components, richly chased and thickly gilt.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/54531/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/722566/resize%3Aformat%3DfullSalver1763–64Thomas Pitts (I)Silver giltThe round salver has a shaped openwork border filled with tea plants, flowers, C-scrolls, and four pagodas. It is assembled from many cast sections. At intervals in the border are four large seated chinoiserie figures wearing flowing robes and slippers, modeled in high relief. Two play sitarlike instruments and two hold tea bowls and saucers. The plateau is supported by four cast openwork feet, formed by C-scrolls and covered with tea plants and flowers. The center section of the plateau, formed from sheet, is set into a folded rim that is soldered onto the back of the border. The salver retains its iron-bound oak case.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/59201/rdfSalver or Stand for a Kettle1742–43Paul de LamerieSilver (sterling standard)http://collections.mfa.org/objects/271966/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1298216/resize%3Aformat%3DfullSet of Tea Caddies and Sugar Box in Case1739–40Lewis Pantin ISilver (sterling standard), mahoganyhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/504224/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1249308/resize%3Aformat%3DfullTray1874–75Frederick ElkingtonSilver, gilded silverThe oblong octagonal two-handled tray has an applied border and handles of bamboo, prunus blossoms and leaves. It is engraved and chased with butterflies, peonies, and circular panels containing flowers on a diaper ground. The surface overall is etched and gilt, with areas of the bamboo and engraving left white.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/53320/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/799871/resize%3Aformat%3DfullTureen1732–33Charles KandlerSilverThe oval tureen rests on four feet modeled as couchant lions that are cast and seamed vertically. The vessel has a bombé body with chased vertical fluting in alternating panels. It is formed of raised sheet, chased around the base, with a second raised section applied to form the incurved rim. The domed cover is similarly fluted, with a horizontal band of chased gadrooning, a cast gadrooned border forming the rim and a finial of cast and chased artichokes. The handles, each cast in two pieces, are in the form of winged griffins. The surfaces of the tureen and cover are engraved and chased overall with a fine pattern of shells and clusters of vegetables against a diaper ground. There have been substantial repairs to the base of the tureen.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/59187/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/802375/resize%3Aformat%3DfullTureen and Stand1791–92John ScofieldSilverThe oval body of the tureen rests on a raised stepped foot with a rim of chased acanthus leaves and above, fluting. The body of the vessel is raised from very heavy-gauge sheet, with chased fluting decorating the lower third. Above, in the midsection, is a band of foliate swags with pendants that are cast and applied. The upper rim is edged with rosettes, and beneath that, a border of acanthus leaves cast in sets of two and applied. A large tear in the rim near one of the handles has been repaired. The handles are finely modeled and cast with reeded bases and a knop, and terminate in two snakes joining the rim of the tureen. The raised cover has a chased acanthus border beneath the dome, and its fluted central panel has a finial in the form of a fruit in a cluster of acanthus leaves. The boat-shaped stand has a band of laurel along its rim and a raised central section covered with palm leaves. The central section creates a level platform with a molded rim, on which rests the foot of the tureen. The stand is formed of raised sheet. The scrolled handles with acanthus leaf ornament are cast and applied, and the lip at the center is also applied.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/53292/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/802373/resize%3Aformat%3DfullTwo-Handled Cup and Cover1721–22Samuel MargasSilver giltThe raised bell-shaped body rests on a domed, stepped foot. The foot is raised in several sections and chased with a broad band of basket weave. There is a heavy wire foot rim. The smooth body of the cup is divided at the middle by a horizontal molded wire. Above it are applied cast lambrequins, and beneath it alternating lambrequins and satyr's masks. A coat of arms is engraved in the central cartouch on each side. The harp-shaped handles, cast in two pieces and seamed vertically, are surmounted by scrolls. The domed, stepped cover is assembled from three raised sections joined by cast wires and moldings. There is a cast band of gadrooning around the rim, a row of bedflowers around the midsection, and a dome decorated with chased guilloche above. The whole is surmounted by a spherical finial cast in two vertical sections. There is a crack in the cover where two sections were joined. The dark gilding covers the inside of the foot and has presumably been renewed, but the burnishing marks and engraver's scribings are still visible.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/59193/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1586816/resize%3Aformat%3DfullTwo-handled cup and coverabout 1650Richard Blackwell IISilver giltThe cup rests on a low trumpet-shaped foot. The body of the cup has slightly flaring sides and is lobed in six sections. The ear-shaped handles are modeled with an abstract organic motif, incorporating a serpent's head. The domed cover is also hexagonally lobed. The finial is urn shaped. The body of the cup and the cover are decorated with panels matting within engraved outlines. The coat of arms is engraved in an oval reserve in the center panel of each side; a similar reserve on each side of the cover contains the engraved crest. The foot, body, and cover are raised. The rim of the cup is thickened. The handles and finial are cast; the finial has been reattached with a modern screw. The gilding has been renewed.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/59394/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/723334/resize%3Aformat%3DfullTwo-handled cup and coverabout 1665UnmarkedGoldThe cup rests on a low spreading foot that is chased with acanthus leaves. The body of the cup is of a slightly flared shape with a flat bottom. It is chased embossed overall with lobate ornament suggesting masks and foliage. Each S-shaped handle has a scrolled terminus and is surmounted by the head of a bird. The cover is slightly domed, with a plain rim and a circular handle in the form of a coiled serpent and an applied inn bezel. It is chased and embossed with lobate and foliate decoration similar to that on the body. The cup, cover, and foot are raised, embossed, and chased. The handles are cast, and the finial is formed of a piece of coiled engraved wire. The tip of one handle is a repair of base metal, cast after the origin handle.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/59411/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/723412/resize%3Aformat%3DfullWax jackabout 1675–85John RichardsonSilverThe wax jack consists of a spool in a frame that rests on four feet. The ends of the spool are circular disks of silver, pierced and embossed with naturalistic foliage. The rectangular frame enclosing the spool is formed of flat strips that are pierced with a heart-shaped pattern. The legs are composed of two elongated C-shaped pieces; each foot is in the form of a lion's paw with a beaded appliqué. At the juncture of the legs with the frame, there is a cast ornament in the form of a putto's head. Each end of the frame is surmounted by a finial in the form of a flame. The end of the wax is held in a disk-shaped clamp with a handle in the form of two embossed birds. At the center is a finial in the shape of a putto's head. The central spool has a solid wood core, with silver disks at either end that are formed, embossed, chased, and pierced. They are threaded though the center of the core with a seamed hollow silver rod. The spool is attached to the frame with a second silver rod that runs through the center of the first. The base of the frame is formed of three pieces: the two legs, formed and pierced, with an applied wire and cast feet, and the pierced cross bar, which is soldered to the underside of the legs. The rectangular section of the upper frame is formed of a single piece and pierced; the cast flame finials and putti's head are applied. The frame is attached to the base with posts threaded through a steel bar that rubs underneath the cross bar. A twisted wire is applied to the rim of the clamp; the handles are embossed, chased, and pierced. A steel spring with a decorative outline is riveted to the inside of the handle. The clamp is secured to the frame with a threaded post and a nut in the form of a cast putto's head. The underside of one leg has been patched.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/59425/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/799797/resize%3Aformat%3DfullWine Cooler1808 or 1809Paul StorrGilded silverThe wine cooler (one of a pair, with 54.1799) is campana-shaped and rests on a fluted trumpet foot with a calyx. The lower section of the vessel, which is cast in four sections, is covered with a pattern of acanthus leaves and grapevines. Cast fluted handles, resting on two satyr's heads, are joined to the lower section of the body. The main section of the vessel, formed of seamed sheet, is chased with the Triumph of Bacchus against a matted ground. On the face, Ariadne, supported by Bacchus, is shown in a chariot drawn by lions and flanked by winged trumpeters. On the other fave, Bacchus, accompanied by Ariadne, reclines in a triumphal car drawn by hoses. Above one handle is a figure of a satyr in human guise, dressed in a goat skin and bearing a jug of wine and above the other is Silenus, carried by two satyrs. A band of cast and fabricated grapevines is applied to the upper edge above the figures. The flared rim has a cast applied border of egg and dart. The interior rim is finished with a removable raised flaring collar, with an applied guilloche border.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/54660/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/757251/resize%3Aformat%3DfullWine Cooler1718–19David Willaume ISilver (Britannia standard)Elongated octagonal body on stepped base. The sides are cast and chased with panels of diaperwork enclosing flowerheads. Front and back have an applied fish-scale and laurel cartouche below an earl's coronet and engraved with an earl's armorials. Two reeded loop handles with double acanthus and baluster heads. The interior fitted with a removable platform pierced with foliate scrolls.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/271949/rdf