Details
A GEORGE II SILVER-GILT MILK JUG
Maker's mark of Augustin Courtauld, London, 1732
On three scrolling hoof feet, of ovoid form with faceted moulded spout, the hinged domed cover with a turned button finial, the sides and cover finely engraved with baroque architectural borders, the sides engraved with coat-of-arms, marked under base and on bezel
4¾in. (12.1cm.); 9oz. (289gr.)
Provenance
Rt. Hon. The Earl of Home, Christie's, London, June 17, 1919, lot 20
The Collection of Richard C. Paine, Boston, by descent to the present owner
Exhibited
South Kensington Museum, London,1862
