A George II silver salver by Hugh Mills, London 1746
14 Mar 2013 11:00 GMT Edinburgh
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A George II silver salver
by Hugh Mills, London 1746
Of circular form, on three scroll acanthus capped feet, the shaped rim interspersed with shell motif, the centre engraved with contemporary armorials in a rococo floral cartouche, with inscription below and surrounded by floral, shell and scale detail scrolling border, the reverse also with engraved inscription, diameter 42cm, weight 69.56oz.
Sold for £3,125 inc. premium

Footnotes

  • The presentation inscription to the front and reverse reads;
    The Bequest of Anne Lloyd, to her sister Elizabeth Bateson, 1830.

Category: Decorative Arts / Silver


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