George III silver punch strainer, stamped 'WS', from the Jessup Collection, Sothebey's New York
1043
Property of a Gentleman
A George III sterling silver lemon strainer
by William Solomon, London, 1750
Struck with maker's mark only on rim exterior
the bowl pierced with diaperwork and scrolls, the pair of flat handles pierced and flat-chased with scrolls, weight approximately 4 oz troy.
length over handles 9 1/2in (24.2cm).
Sold for US$ 937 inc. premium

Footnotes

  • Provenance
    The Collection of Mr. & Mrs. Walter M. Jeffords
    Sold Sotheby's, New York, October 28 & 29, 2004, lot 185

Category: Decorative Arts / Silver

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