English # 4045
Description
English Sheffield tea urn with hand chased floral motif, fluted, and beaded decorative work, acanthus side handles, removable lid, spout, and terminating on squared base with scrolled decorative feet. Such urns first appeared in 1750, Early 19th Century. Urn has a 7.5" squared base.
$ 22,000 Retail
CREATOR: Sheffield Silver Co. (Manufacturer)
OF THE PERIOD: George IV
PLACE OF ORIGIN: England
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: Circa 1830
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Silvered Copper, Hand-Crafted Sheffield Plate, Hand-Crafted Tin
CONDITION: Excellent
WEAR: Wear consistent with age and use
HEIGHT: 18 in. (46 cm)
WIDTH: 15.5 in. (39 cm)
DEPTH: 14 in. (36 cm)
Golden & Associates Antiques
206 King St. Charleston, SC 29401
Reference Number: # 4045