A very fine George III Silver Gilt Teether and Whistle made in London circa 1790/1800 by John Austin
A very fine George III Silver Gilt Teether and Whistle made in London circa 1790/1800 by John Austin
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As you will see from the images, the Teether has a slightly baluster form in the centre and is beautifully engraved with crisp floral sprays, including the English rose, raying flower heads and herring bone bands, executed to the finest standard. This piece has a scalloped section where the coral is attached and chased suspensory ring. The whistle hole and mouth piece are beautifully shaped, and the whistle end displays a wriggle work border around the very clearly struck maker's mark. The Teether is in excellent condition with original gilding.
Length@ 4.15 inches, 10.38 cm.
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