A George III Sugar Basket made in London in 1795 by William Fountain.
A George III Sugar Basket made in London in 1795 by William Fountain.
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120732
The basket stands on an oval stepped foot. The boat shaped main body has a reeded rim and is engraved with an upper band of flower heads and scroll work on a scratch engraved ground. Both the front and the reverse is engraved with a set of contemporary initials surrounded by a crossed branch cartouche. This piece has a most unusual arched handle, the design of which we had not previously seen.
Height: 6.25 inches
Length: 5.5 inches
Width: 4 inches
Weight: 11oz
Year
1795
Country
London
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