A rare George III Handbag Vinaigrette made in Birmingham in 1822 by Lawrence & Company.
A rare George III Handbag Vinaigrette made in Birmingham in 1822 by Lawrence & Company.
£950
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373846
This unusual Vinaigrette is realistically modelled as a handbag and is engraved all over with diamond pattern and displays a vacant oval cartouche. This piece has arched twisted handles and opens up to reveal a finely gilded interior and grille pierced and engraved with pluming scrolls and flower heads.. This piece is very well marked inside and is in excellent condition. A near identical example is shown on page 111 of "Investing in Silver" by Eric Delieb.
Length: 1 inch, 2.5 cm.
Width: 1 inch, 2.5cm.
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