A mid Victorian silver Cellini pattern ewer, the ovoid body embossed and chased with masks, animals and stylised foliage within borders of strapwork, the underside of the spout with female mask, and with further female figurehead to the scroll handle, on stepped circular foot by George Angell & Co., London 1863, 30.5cm high, 30oz.
Sold for £1,600
Estimated at £500 - £800
A mid Victorian silver Cellini pattern ewer, the ovoid body embossed and chased with masks, animals and stylised foliage within borders of strapwork, the underside of the spout with female mask, and with further female figurehead to the scroll handle, on stepped circular foot by George Angell & Co., London 1863, 30.5cm high, 30oz.
In good condition, minor knocks and scratches. Marks are clear.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 16th Nov, 2022