Paul Storr Silver Soup Tureen
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Outstanding workmanship distinguishes this silver soup tureen by Paul Storr
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- Outstanding workmanship distinguishes this silver soup tureen by Paul Storr
- The Neoclassical design masterfully incorporates detailed ornamentation
- This footed tureen features acanthus leaves ending in lion's paws
- This tureen is a testament as to why Storr is counted as one of the great Georgian silversmiths
- Hallmarked Paul Storr, London
- Circa, 1819
- 15 1/2" wide x 12" high
Item Details
- Width:
15 1/2" Inches - Height:
12" Inches - Period:
19th Century - Origin:
England/Ireland
This extraordinary presentation silver soup tureen by Paul Storr is a striking example of Georgian craftsmanship by the legendary silversmith. Executed in a distinguished Neoclassical form this footed tureen features acanthus leaves ending in lion's paws. Elaborate handles end in foliate joins and the rim is adorned with an egg-and-dart border and the domed cover with a central band of gadrooning. The finial has an acanthus base and a reeded handle with applied grapes. The body of the tureen is engraved with a coat-of-arms.
Paul Storr continues to be one of history's most important artisans, and resplendent works such as this tureen are difficult to obtain and highly collectible. This tureen stands as a testament as to why Storr is counted as one of the great Georgian silversmiths.
Hallmarked London, 1805
15 1/2" wide x 12" high
Paul Storr continues to be one of history's most important artisans, and resplendent works such as this tureen are difficult to obtain and highly collectible. This tureen stands as a testament as to why Storr is counted as one of the great Georgian silversmiths.
Hallmarked London, 1805
15 1/2" wide x 12" high
