THE PROPERTY OF A LADY
AN ELIZABETH I SILVER-MOUNTED OSTRICH EGG CUP
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AN ELIZABETH I SILVER-MOUNTED OSTRICH EGG CUP
circa 1580, indistinct maker's mark only
On spreading circular foot stamped with a band of foliage and chased above with a band of fruits and scrolls, the stem formed as three scroll brackets, each terminating in a female mask, the bowl supported by three demi-figure straps and with foliage engraved everted rim, marked on rim - 11¾in. (30cm.) high
circa 1580, indistinct maker's mark only
On spreading circular foot stamped with a band of foliage and chased above with a band of fruits and scrolls, the stem formed as three scroll brackets, each terminating in a female mask, the bowl supported by three demi-figure straps and with foliage engraved everted rim, marked on rim - 11¾in. (30cm.) high