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Covered Cup

ca. 1879 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Original of silver-gilt, chased and repousse.

Object details

Category
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Cups
  • Lid
Materials and techniques
Electrotype
Brief description
Electrotype of lidded cup
Physical description
Original of silver-gilt, chased and repousse.
Dimensions
  • Base diameter: 18.2cm
  • Height: 54.50cm
  • Width: 18.2cm
Object history
The original the property of the Grocers’ Company. The bowl bears the arms of the Company and of the donor, John Sanders. English, hallmark for 1666. Bought gilt for £25.
Collection
Accession number
REPRO.1879&A-12

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Record createdMarch 3, 2004
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