A fine George III Helmet Cream Jug made in London in 1788 by William Sumner

A fine George III Helmet Cream Jug made in London in 1788 by William Sumner
A fine George III Helmet Cream Jug made in London in 1788 by William Sumner
A fine George III Helmet Cream Jug made in London in 1788 by William Sumner
A fine George III Helmet Cream Jug made in London in 1788 by William Sumner
A fine George III Helmet Cream Jug made in London in 1788 by William Sumner

A fine George III Helmet Cream Jug made in London in 1788 by William Sumner

£1,350
Category

British Silver 1760-1830

Reference

374691

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The Cream Jug is modelled in the helmet form and stands on a circular pedestal foot decoarted with reeded, beaded and bright cut bands.  The main body rises to a beaded rim and is engraved with bright cut herring bone bands.  The front displays a shield shaped bright cut cartouche, with tied ribbons above, containing a contemporary script initial.  The high loop handle is decorated with reeding and the main body displays a full set of hallmarks.  This piece is in excellent, crisp, condition.

Height, to the top of the handle: 6.1 inches, 15.25 cm.

Length, spout to handle: 3.8 inches, 9.5 cm.

Diameter of the foot: 2.45 inches, 6.13 cm.

Weight: 5oz.

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