A George III Sterling Silver Basket, Paul Storr, London, 1818
A George III sterling silver basket, Paul Storr, London, 1818
Rectangular form with a shell and gadroon border, the reeded swing-handle with a wreath cartouche.
Motto: Honi soit qui mal y pense. Shame on him who thinks evil of it. The motto of the English Order of the Garter, traditionally said to have been established by King Edward III of England in honor of his lover, the Countess of Salisbury, to whom a garter had fallen during a ball; the king hastened to pick it up and reprimanded the courtiers who were smiling at the incident with these words.
Sterling Silver with 5 Hallmarks:
Duty mark: Head King George III
HxLxD 10,04in x 13,19in x 11,22in
Weight50,16oz
ProveniencePrivate collection
ConditionSlight signs of age and superficial scratches. The five hallmarks are present on the side of the basket.
Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Good condition
Material: Sterling silver
Width: 33,5
Height: 25,5
Depth: 28,5
Reference (ID): 1839956
Availability: In stock
