George III Silver Sweetmeat Basket

Description:

George III Silver Sweetmeat Basket, probably Edward Aldridge, London, 1766, oval, with molded gadroon and shell rim, the pierced sides with embossed beading and grape bunches, the center with embossed lattice and bead decoration, with cast openwork swing handle, on a molded pierced foot, approx. 4 troy oz., lg. 5 3/4, wd. 5 in.
Estimate $300-500

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