A fine early George III cast Taperstick made in London in 1769 by William Grundy.

A fine early George III cast Taperstick made in London in 1769 by William Grundy.
A fine early George III cast Taperstick made in London in 1769 by William Grundy.
A fine early George III cast Taperstick made in London in 1769 by William Grundy.

A fine early George III cast Taperstick made in London in 1769 by William Grundy.

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British Silver 1760-1830

Reference

203598

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The Taperstick stands on a stepped square base decorated with gadrooning and a band of swirl fluting where it meets the main shaft. The baluster shaped stem is decorated with gadrooning and corded bands. This is an unusual design of Taperstick and this piece is fully marked in the foot.



Height: 5.5 inches, 13.75cm

Base Diameter: 3.9 inches, 9.75cm.

Weight: 6.5oz

Year

1769

Country

London

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