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Crichton English Sterling Silver 1917 Two-Handled Trophy/ Urn in Georgian Style

Creator: Crichton & Co.
Offered by: Nathan Horowicz Inc.

Description
Crichton & Co., English silver two-handled trophy or urn from 1917 in exquisite Georgian style with elegant proportions. The handles have an applied leaf design, adding to the grace of the design. The body has a beautifully engraved monogram and two applied bands. The cover has an ornamental finial atop. It measures 12 1/2'' in height by 12 1/2'' from handle to handle by 7 1/8'' in diameter, weighs an impressive 71.1 troy ounces, and bears hallmarks as shown.

Crichton & Co. was established around 1890 by Lionel Alfred Crichton. In 1920 the firm was active with premises in London (22 Old Bond street), New York (636 Fifth Avenue) and Chicago (622 South Michigan Avenue). The firm went out of business in the 1950s. The British Museum has Crichton pieces in its permanent collection.

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More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Notes:	bears hallmarks as shown.
Origin:	England
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Sterling silver
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1917
Styles / Movements:	George IV, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	406673
Incollect Reference #:	666206

Dimensions

W.	12.5 in;	H.	12.5 in;	Diam.	7.1 in;
W.	31.75 cm;	H.	31.75 cm;	Diam.	18.03 cm;

Message from Seller:

For the past 35 years to present, Nathan Horowicz with his keen eye has established a following of silver art connoisseurs, collectors, and users. With these customers, we have developed a sense of trust, of integrity, of style, and of value which is linked to Nathan Horowicz's inherited family connections of 3 generations of buying and selling to the decorators, dealers, and users, who have purchased with confidence. Contact us: 212.755.6320

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