A George III silver ovoid pedestal sugar caster by Pierre Gillois
A George III silver ovoid pedestal sugar caster by Pierre Gillois, London 1771, of classical design, with an acorn finial to the fluted and dot pierced domed cover, the body with raised drapery swags dependant from tied ribbons with tassels, engraved with a vacant shield, the base with raised stiff leaves, in a fluted conical stem with a foliate border and a square base, 19cm (7 1/2in) high, 326g (10.5 oz)
Condition Report:
Marks are clear Stands well Cover fits tightly and sits well No signs of erasure or thinning to the cartouche Decoration is good Light scratches and wear commensurate with age and use
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A George III silver ovoid pedestal sugar caster by Pierre Gillois, London 1771, of classical design, with an acorn finial to the fluted and dot pierced domed cover, the body with raised drapery swags dependant from tied ribbons with tassels, engraved with a vacant shield, the base with raised stiff leaves, in a fluted conical stem with a foliate border and a square base, 19cm (7 1/2in) high, 326g (10.5 oz)
Condition Report:
Marks are clear Stands well Cover fits tightly and sits well No signs of erasure or thinning to the cartouche Decoration is good Light scratches and wear commensurate with age and use