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The Sawley Flagon

William Ramsay, 1670

The Sawley Flagon, a very early example of Newcastle silver, straight-sided with wide spreading moulded base, and lid with thumb piece. Maker's mark- WR for William Ramsay, and the Newcastle Arms.

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Title of artwork, date

The Sawley Flagon, 1670

Date supported

1952

Medium and material

Silver

Dimensions

28 cm

Grant

200

Total cost

1125

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