A very rare George III Loving Goblet made in London in 1809 by Robert & Samuel Hennell
A very rare George III Loving Goblet made in London in 1809 by Robert & Samuel Hennell
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This exceptional piece is of a large size and stands on a stepped circular pedestal foot which is decorated with reeding, bright cut engraving and prick dot bands. The foot meets the large vase shaped body with a reeded collar section and the interior displays original interior gilding. The upper section of the Goblet is decorated with ovals and diamonds containing flower heads and trailing vines and grapes. The front, however, is engraved with one of the finest executed Armorials, with two Scottish Crests, and Motto's, above. The top of the Armorial is engraved with foliate scrolls and mantling. The Loving Goblet is exceptionally fine, in crisp, condition and is fully marked on the foot. The Armorial and Crest are those of the ancient Scottish Clan of Buchanan, of Ardoch, quartering Gray. They are specifically those of James Buchanan. James's father was Thomas Buchanan and his mother was his second wife, Jean, daughter of John Gray of Dalmarnoch. James Buchanan married Anne, youngest daughter of John Parkes Esq, of Warwick. The Goblet is in excellent condition, is of a very good gauge and has a thick rim.
Loving Goblets are exceptionally rare and seldom seen on the market. The usual loving vessels are two handled loving cups, usually Irish in origin. They were used for communal toasts, their large size enabling them to be passed around for a large number of people to have a sip from, probably to toast a bride and groom.
Height: 9 inches, 22.5cm.
Diameter at the rim: 5 inches, 12.5cm.
Weight: 14oz.
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