Silver & Objects of Vertu - Day 2 - 31st January 2024

Lot 702

A George III silver treasury inkstand,

Estimate £4,000 - £6,000 | Hammer £4410

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Description

A George III silver treasury inkstand,
possibly by John Parker II, London 1800,
rounded rectangular form, one hinged cover engraved with the Royal Coat of Arms, the other engraved with the arms of Earls of Cathcart, the interior with an inkwell and sander, on four paw feet, length 33.4cm, approx. weight 91.7oz.

The armorial was probably issued to 1st Earl Cathcart when he was sent to Russia as Ambassador in 1812.