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Rare Matthew Linwood Georgian English Sterling Silver Snail Form Vinaigrette Box

$ 1188

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
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  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Composition: Sterling Silver

    Description

    A very fine rare Georgian English sterling silver vinaigrette i
    n the rare figural vinaigrette form of a snail shell or sea shell.
    It was made by Matthew Linwood II - a Georgian Birmingham silversmith with a noted specialty in boxes.
    This piece is a fine example of his work.
    Provenance:
    From the collection of the legendary interior decorator - Mario Buatta.
    Date:
    Early 19th Century
    Overall Condition:
    It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with some fine & light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age.
    Condition Details:
    There is a slight bend to the hinge of the screen and consequently a little wiggle when closing it.
    Maker:
    Matthew Linwood II
    Marks:
    Hallmarked to the rim ML for Matthew Linwood II, with a lion passant for sterling, and with the anchor for Brimingham. We couldn't seem to find a strike for the date mark.
    Measurements:
    Length: ca. 30 mm
    Width: ca. 25 mm
    Height: ca. 13 mm
    Weight: 15 g
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