A rare 18th century silver and baleen punch ladle.
A rare 18th century silver and baleen punch ladle.
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A George II period heavy gauge silver Wine Ladle of the finest possible quality, the deeply lobed oval body attached with a forked and double scroll stem to accommodate the original tapering and spiral twist baleen handle.
Engraved on the underside with contemporary initials: H over WM
London 1742 by Thomas England.
Bowl Width 3” (7.75 cm) Overall Length 15½” (39.5cm)
Remarkably fine condition throughout.
£1,250