Cream Pitcher, Alexander Field, London, 1794 - Aug 09, 2014 | Louis J. Dianni, Llc In Ny
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Cream pitcher, Alexander Field, London, 1794

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Cream pitcher, Alexander Field, London, 1794
Cream pitcher, Alexander Field, London, 1794
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Form: Pitcher
Makers Mark: Lion passant,
Country of Origin: London, Great Britain
Other Marks Lion passsant, lion head, t, head Geo. 3
Decoration: A fine border of stipple engraving under the lip then a frieze of flowers banded and separated by stipple engraving, under which is a swag of floral and leaf decoration, the base banded in stippling of fan paddles with curved tops. Each side bears a wreath inside which the initials R.S. and opposite a coat of arms featuring a winged griffin in a coronet possibly an abbreviated version of the Stuart.
Style: Neoclassical
Construction: Hammered and soldered
Period: George III
Provenance: Florida estate
Size: H. 4.75 x W. 4.25 x D. 2.5
Weight: 4.5 ounces sterling
Condition: Wear to touch marks, where the attachment of the handle meets the body some solder is missing though it is stable.
History: By 1779 he entered his mark with John de Gruchy II or III, went into partnership with Alexander Field of London, the two men entering a joint mark at Goldsmiths' Hall. By 1780 this partnership had dissolved.
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Cream pitcher, Alexander Field, London, 1794

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