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Two handled cup & cover

Paul Crespin, 1733–1734

Photo: courtesy of Sotheby's

This George II cup is of exceptional size and is ornamented entirely in the rococo manner with foliage and vine decoration. The arms of its original owner have been erased, presumably because the cup came on the market in the early 19th century.

More information

Title of artwork, date

Two handled cup & cover, 1733–1734

Date supported

2005

Medium and material

Silver gilt

Dimensions

Height: 37 cm

Grant

8000

Total cost

36000

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