Early 19th Century Antique George III Sterling Silver Tea Urn London 1813 Paul Storr

£ 25,000.00

A fine and extremely important example of Paul Storr’s supreme craftsmanship.

 

Description

A truly stunning silver hemispherical tea urn decorated with gadroon borders for highlights.  The body has stylish  upper girdled wire and a ‘serpent’ themed tap.  The lion mane handles and elegant ornate spreading pedestal foot complete a splendid piece of craftsmanship by the master silversmith Paul Storr.  The detachable lid and upper body have identical large contemporary crests for importance.

 

Weight:  178 troy ounces/5555 grams

Height:  15.75 inches/40cm

Width:  16.5 inches/41cm (back of handle to back of opposite handle)

Depth:  16.5 inches/41cm (back of body to front of tap)

Condition:  Excellent throughout

Price:  £25,000