A George III sterling silver tureen and cover, Paul Storr, London, 1813.
The boat shaped tureen engraved with a coat-of-arms, lobed decorated to lower section, twin loop handles and spreading foot, the cover with circular finial and lobed decoration.
Sterling Silver with 5 Hallmarks:
The Maker’s Mark: Paul Storr The Lion Passant:
The Mark that indicates Sterling Silver
Leopard’s Head Crowned: City of London
The Date Letter: 1813
Duty mark: Head King George III
Dimensions
HxLxD 10,83in x 16,34in x 8,07in
Weight
85,43oz
Provenience
Private collection
Condition
Slight signs of age and superficial scratches. The five hallmarks are present on the base of the tureen. On the side of the cover: the maker's mark, the lion passant, the date letter and duty mark.