Silversmith: Unknown
Silver; the fig-shaped bowl has a short flat stem and twisted handle, which terminates in a ball-shaped finial. The back of the bowl is initialled 'OAS' within a wreath of leaves.
History note: Not known before testator
C.B. Marlay Bequest
Length: 16.5 cm
Length: 6½ in
Weight: 13 dwt
Weight: 20 g
Method of acquisition: Given (1912) by Marlay, Charles Brinsley
17th Century, second quarter#
1620
CE
-
1750
CE
Bowl
Decoration
Handle
Initials
Accession number: MAR.M.128-1912
Primary reference Number: 163223
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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