Georgian Ornate Footed Master Salt Dish Emes Barnard Sterling Silver 1828 Crest
code: R13885
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English George IV sterling silver large master salt dish, having round lobed body with gilt interior. It stands on three figural feet, featuring leaf and shell motifs. Top border is decorated with a beautifully detailed foliate and floral forms. On the front of the body, there is an engraved Bird crest. Made by Rebecca Emes & Edward Barnard, London, 1828. Also hallmarked by Elkington & Co Ltd.
This spectacular dish is 3 3/4" in top diameter, 1 7/8" tall and weighs 139 grams or 4.5 ozs Troy.
The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing.
The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.