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GEORGIAN Sterling VINAIGRETTE c.1820 THOMAS SHAW *NR*
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GEORGIAN Sterling VINAIGRETTE c.1820 THOMAS SHAW *NR*
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This is a wonderful and rare George III era English sterling silver vinaigrette made in Birmingham, circa 1820 by Thomas Shaw, who was a well known and prolific maker of silver boxes and vinaigrettes in the late 18th/early 19th centuries. This fine little rectangular shaped vinaigrette measures 1" x 7/8" and is in excellent condition; the top lid has a pattern of hand chased scales, each of which contains a larger punch mark and a smaller series of criss crossed lines; the top center consists of an oval shaped, blank cartouche, which is surrounded by 2 different styles of borders. The bottom has a larger, double bordered rectangular cartouche which contains the scale/punch motif that covers the top lid. All 4 sides have a continuous double wave shaped stipple/punch design. When opened, the box reveals a gilded floral and fruit basket open-work grille, as well as a gilt-work inner lids, the bottom of which has lost some gilding, one would assume, to an aromatic liquid- soaked sponge,which at one time was fitted between the bottom and grille. A majority of the original gilding remains very much intact on the beautiful grille and upper lid. T are not a great number of imperfections-especially for a piece this old-t are tiny scattered surface scratches and wear to the high points; the top lid has 2 very shallow "lines" at the 11 o'clock and 1 o'clock positions in relation to the cartouche; one of these same small shallow "lines" is on the bottom lid as well; these pretty much require close inspection and light at a certain angle to see; t is also a tiny ding on the outer edge of the both the upper and lower lid. Please note that the marks on the upper inside lid which appears to be dings are actually a result of the punch work design to the upper lid-not flaws. The hinges of the grille are snug and open and close well-the front right outermost hinge does protrude very slightly; as a result, the right side of the box closes slightly more than the left (again, not overly visible). The box does open and close well and completely, but the top lid does fall back (to 180 degree angle) on it's own after being partially opened (the hingle could possibly use a slight tightening). The inside lid and bottom of the box display the hallmarks for the year 1820 and Birmingham; the maker's mark is located as well. No cracks in the metal, no significant dings or dents. A superb and rare Georgian sterling vinaigrette, which would make a great gift or addition to a collection. Email us with any questions. No Reserve. Enjoy bidding! Please see our other auctions for other great sterling and American coin silver. All purchases will be shipped USPS Priority mail. All purchases over $100.00 require insurance, and we recommend it for all purchases in general. If your purchase is not insured, we cannot be responsible for lost or damaged items. All purchases are shipped within 7 business days of cleared payment. We attempt to ship items within 2-3 days of payment, but occasionally it takes a bit longer. We really appreciate your business!
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