A George IV Sterling Silver Chocolate Pot, George Cowie, London, 1826

Description
A George IV sterling silver chocolate pot, George Cowie, London, 1826.
Tapering cylindrical on a moulded foot, the body chased overall with rocaille, scrolls, fruit and floral garlands, with bird's-neck spout and wood scroll handle, the cover surmounted by a flower finial, each side chased with a Rococo cartouche enclosing on one side an engraved coat-of-arms.

Sterling Silver with 5 Hallmarks:
The Maker’s Mark: George Cowie
The Lion Passant: The Mark that indicates Sterling Silver
Leopard’s Head Crowned: City of London
The Date Letter: 1826
Duty mark: Head King George IV

Dimensions
HxLxD 10,43in x 9,45in x 4,33in

Weight
Gross weight: 41,62oz

Provenience
Private collection

Condition
Slight signs of age and superficial scratches. The five hallmarks are present on the side of the chocolate pot.