george-iii-sterling-basket-by-vere-lutwyche
Lot 154
George III Sterling Basket by Vere & Lutwyche
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
With the hallmark of John Henry Vere & William Lutwyche, London, 1763 date letter; the shaped oval body comprised of outward flaring silver wires soldered to a shallow base with chased line and ball motif, the ball motif is echoed on the shaped rim, the hollow shaped handle is ornamented with applied wires and sheaves of wheat; the open basket also heavily ornamented with applied grape vines and sheaves of wheat. 3.25 x 14.25 x 11.25 in. (10.5 in. at handle).

31.95 troy oz.

Some small splits and minor loss to applied ornament.

$1,500 - 2,500