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Maker G, leopard crowned, lion, possibly SM (English, 18th century)
18th century
about 1763–64
Object Place: London, England, England
Medium/Technique
Silver
Dimensions
9.7 x 8.3 x 6.5 cm (3 13/16 x 3 1/4 x 2 9/16 in.)
Weight: 74.1 gm (2 oz 8 dwt)
Weight: 74.1 gm (2 oz 8 dwt)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs Franklin H. Williams in memory of Louise Bodine Wallace
Accession Number1984.512
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsSilver hollowware
DescriptionThe bulbous body, formed from thin sheet and chased with spiraling fluting and flowers, is supposed by three scrolled legs with hoof feet. The flared rim is cut and shaped, and the handle is formed of a series of scrolls with a leaf-capped shoulder.
Marks
On underside, leopard's head crowned; lion passant; date letter h; maker's mark M (illegible).
InscriptionsEngraved on front, MF, possibly for Mary Fleet.
ProvenanceDescended in the Fleet family to Mrs. Franklin H. Williams, Gift of mr. and Mrs. Franklin H. Williams in Memory of Louise Bodine Wallace, September 12, 1984.