Rare Matthew Linwood Georgian English Sterling Silver Snail Form Vinaigrette Box

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$1,188.00 (-40%)

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  • Composition: Sterling Silver
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Restocking Fee: No

    • A very fine rare Georgian English sterling silver vinaigrette i
    n the rare figural vinaigrette form of a snail shell or sea shell.
    It was made by Matthew Linwood II – a Georgian Birmingham silversmith with a noted specialty in boxes.
    This piece is a fine example of his work.
    Provenance:
    From the collection of the legendary interior decorator – Mario Buatta.
    Date:
    Early 19th Century
    Overall Condition:
    It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with some fine & light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age.
    Condition Details:
    There is a slight bend to the hinge of the screen and consequently a little wiggle when closing it.
    Maker:
    Matthew Linwood II
    Marks:
    Hallmarked to the rim ML for Matthew Linwood II, with a lion passant for sterling, and with the anchor for Brimingham. We couldn’t seem to find a strike for the date mark.
    Measurements:
    Length: ca. 30 mm
    Width: ca. 25 mm
    Height: ca. 13 mm
    Weight: 15 g
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