Paul Storr. A very rare George III Silver Gilt Leopard's Pelt Wine Label made in London in 1809 by Paul Storr.
Paul Storr. A very rare George III Silver Gilt Leopard's Pelt Wine Label made in London in 1809 by Paul Storr.
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The label is silver gilt and is of a large size, being of the heavy die stamped variety. The design is known as the "Leopard's Pelt", and is of cartouche form with vine leaf and grape surround. A leopard's skin, with head and paws, is draped over the peaked crescent shaped name plate with raised letters for CLARET, on a matted background. This piece is in exceptional condition, very well marked, and is complete with its original large heavy gauge suspension chain. This design is one of the classics of the period and derives from an element of the Warwick Vase. Paul Storr manufactured the earliest examples from 1809, and this piece is highly desirable as it represents one of the first to be made.
Length: 3.4 inches, 8.5 cm.
Width: 2.5 inches, 6.25 cm.
Weight: 3oz.
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