22nd May, 2021 9:30 GMT/BST

Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
  Lot 2190
 

2190

A George III Irish Silver Cream-Jug, Maker's Mark ?B, Probably GB for Gustavus Byrne, Dublin, 1801

A George III Irish Silver Cream-Jug, Maker's Mark ?B, Probably GB for Gustavus Byrne, Dublin, 1801, fluted oval and with reeded handle, engraved with foliage and on each side with a cartouche, one engraved with a crest, the other with initials, 13cm high, 5oz 6dwt The crest is possibly that of Irvine and the initials 'DI' are probably for Diane Irvine, daughter of Sir Alexander Gordon who married Major General Charles Irvine in 1790. Provenance: Probably Diane Irvine, daughter of Sir Alexander Gordon and by descent.

Sold for £190
Estimated at £100 - £150


 

. Fully marked near rim. There is some wear to the marks, particularly the maker's mark which is only have visible. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The top handle junction has been reattached to the body.

 


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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 22nd May, 2021

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