An extremely rare early George III "hELMET" Cream/Milk Jug made in London in 1768 by John Parker & Edward Wakelin.
An extremely rare early George III "hELMET" Cream/Milk Jug made in London in 1768 by John Parker & Edward Wakelin.
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This extremely unusual Jug is modelled in the very rare early "Helmet" form and stands on a circular pedestal foot decorated with gadrooning. The shaped rim and pouring spout is also decorated with gadrooning and the lower section of the main body displays a double band of acanthus spears. This very unusual cast shell capped scroll handle terminates at the end with a detailed canine mask. The front of the main body is engraved with a contemporary Crest. The Jug is in excellent condition and is fully marked on the side of the main body. The Jug represents a rare example of the early Helmet form executed to the finest standard by these exceptional silversmiths.
Height, to the top of the handle: 6.9 inches, 17.25 cm.
Length, handle to spout: 6 inches, 15 cm.
Weight: 11oz.
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