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VINAIGRETTE

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The vinaigrette is a rectangular box which is engraved on the cover with a diaper pattern and fretwork enclosing fleurettes and a reserved panel in the center with illegible initials. On the bottom is a formal motif in the center. The openwork inner cover is engraved with flowers and gilded.

Object name:
VINAIGRETTE
Made from:
Silver -- silver gilt
Made in:
Birmingham, England
Date made:
1829 (?)
Size:
3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
12.202
Class:
SILVER
Signature marks:
MARK; MONOGRAM Marks: Lion passant (sterling standard, 1773-1867); Anchor (Birmingham Assay office); Date letter F (?)- for 1829 (?); Maker's mark illegible; illegible monogram on front
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973