A very unusual pair of George III Salt/Spice Cellars made in London in 1808 by Daniel Pontifex.
A very unusual pair of George III Salt/Spice Cellars made in London in 1808 by Daniel Pontifex.
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Each is modelled in a shaped rectangular form and stands on four cast oyster shell feet. The shaped main body displays a horizontal girdle decorated with basket weave. The everted rim is decorated with lobing in addition to shells at each end, flanked by acanthus foliage. Each has a finely gilded interior and displays a full set of hallmarks. This unusual design, with cast shell feet and basket weave, was exclusive to the Pontifex workshops. Each is in excellent, original, condition.
Length: 3.25 inches, 8.13 cm.
Width: 2.45 inches, 6.13 cm.
Weight: 11oz.
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