Subasta Bidspirit | An unusual Victorian silver four-handled


An unusual Victorian silver four-handled tyg cup, London, c.1870, Robert Garrard, of tapering cylindrical form with lightly flaring rim and gilded interior, the beaded body decorated with fleur-de-lys, sunburst and insect motifs to stylised B-shaped handles with rope twist embellishments, monogrammed panel to one quarter, 13.2cm high, approx. weight 22.3oz cf: For a similar example please see Bonhams, London, Lot 295, Silver & Objects of Vertu including Flatware & Walking Canes, 24 September 2014 Note: This model is based on the Staffordshire slipware communal cups dating from the late 17th century. Please refer to department for condition report