A Victorian silver Cellini pattern ewer

A Victorian silver Cellini pattern ewer
by Joseph Angel II, London 1854
Conventional ovoid form, hinged cover and cast scroll handle formed as a woman's bust, the body profusely chased and embossed with classical masks, figureheads, animals and floral sprays between flutes and strapwork, raised on a stepped circular base, reserve with crest and motto for Molyneaux, Mullins, height 30cm, weight 29.4oz.