LONDON, 1839 - Lot 295

LONDON, 1839 Large silver coffee pot or pitcher in a baluster shape, resting on a pedestal The body is decorated with incised rocaille motifs forming foliage with blank spaces. Motif repeated on the spout and lid. Spout with faceted sides ending in a fleur-de-lis. Handle in the form of volutes. Fretwork forming flowers and foliage. Circular, stepped base. English hallmarks for London, 1821–1856. Date letter “D” and duty mark “Victoria,” likely for London, 1839. Master silversmiths’ hallmark: "EEBJW," likely for Edward, Edward Jr., John, and William Barnard (active c. 1829–1846/5). Numbered: 865 (handle and base). Control mark featuring a swan Base marked with the letter: "Z", bearing an engraved cross and likely an inventory number: "PHA 2004". Total height with lid: 27.2 cm. Maximum width with spout and handle: 21.5 cm. Weight: 883 grams.