The Arthur Holder Collection of Silver & Vertu (Part 1) - 25th October 2016

Lot 762

A George I silver sponge box

Estimate £800 - £1,200 | Hammer £1700

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Description

A George I silver sponge box,

maker's mark only, that of Robert Cooper, London circa 1720,

spherical form, the hinged cover with pierced decoration, on a raised circular foot, height 7.5cm, approx. weight 4.9oz.

Purchased in these rooms 17th July 2002, lot 388.