Silversmith: Unknown
Silver-gilt; the circular bowl is is attached to an flat tapering handle with facetted sides. The waisted and knopped finial is surmounted by a ball surrounded by four leaves. The upper side of the base of the handle is engraved with foliage within strapwork. The back of the handle is initialled 'DI'.
History note: Frank Smart Collection
Given by T.J.G. Duncanson, M.A., 1930
Length: 18.5 cm
Length: 7ΒΌ in
Weight: 48 g
Weight: 1:11 oz
Method of acquisition: Given (1930-02-15) by Duncanson, T. J. G.
Surface
composed of
gilt
Bowl
Decoration
Handle
Inscription present: 'B' in an oval punch
Accession number: M.66-1930
Primary reference Number: 163237
Old object number: M.2-1930
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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