A Georgian sterling silver butter dish of round form with a glass liner and removable lid decorated with a stylish finial. Simple and classic in form, the lid bears a Coat of Arms and has been inscribed with the year 1817. A fine piece for any Georgian silver collection.
The butter dish is marked for Rebecca Emes & Edward Barnard. Rebecca Emes is celebrated as one of England’s most accomplished female silversmiths — the widow of John Emes, she formed a partnership with Edward Barnard shortly after his death. Together they created exceptional silver pieces of enduring quality.
The butter dish will be double boxed and a signature at delivery will be required.
Hallmarks & Provenance
English sterling silver. Maker’s mark for Rebecca Emes & Edward Barnard, mark entered 14 October 1808. Leopard’s Head mark for the London assay office. Date letter "U" for 1815. Monarch’s Head duty mark.
Details & Dimensions
Origin: London, England
Date: 1815 (George III); inscribed 1817
Maker: Rebecca Emes & Edward Barnard (mark entered 1808)
Assay: London
Material: Sterling silver, .925; glass liner
Height: 4½"
Diameter (top): 5½"
Diameter (bottom): 4½"
Weight: 397 grams / 12.76 troy ounces
Item ID: 122201
Condition
Very good for age and use. Small ding on the edge of the lid and bottom of the dish; minor surface scratches, all consistent with age.
