A very fine pair of George III Butter Shells made in London in 1808/09
A very fine pair of George III Butter Shells made in London in 1808/09
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The Butter Shells each stand on three winkle shell feet and the main body is modelled as a wide raying scallop shell. The carrying handle is decorated with gadrooning and is also engraved with a contemporary family Crest. The shells are of a good size and are fully marked on the reverse. They are both in excellent condition and are of the finest quality. In our opinion, Emes & Barnard were some of the finest shell makers during this period. The Crest is that as used by the Rhan family of Bremen and Enfield.
Length: 5.5 inches, 13.75 cm.
Width: 5 inches, 12.5 cm.
Weight: 11oz.
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