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Learn MoreSix Old English Silver Tablespoons by John Power
- This exceptional collection is made of six Georgian Old English pattern silver tablespoons
- The tablespoons were crafted by the renowned Irish silversmith John Power
- The bright-cut decoration includes a feather edge and thistle pattern
- John Power was a distinguished silversmith working in Dublin during the late 18th century
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John Power
Hallmarked Dublin, 1795
This exceptional collection of six Georgian Old English pattern silver tablespoons, crafted by renowned silversmith John Power, exemplifies the timeless elegance of 18th-century flatware. Hallmarked in Dublin, each tablespoon features a gracefully shaped ovoid bowl and a tapering handle with a down-turned terminal, characteristic of the Old English design. The bright-cut decoration, including a feather edge and thistle pattern, further enhances the beauty. . .
John Power
Hallmarked Dublin, 1795
This exceptional collection of six Georgian Old English pattern silver tablespoons, crafted by renowned silversmith John Power, exemplifies the timeless elegance of 18th-century flatware. Hallmarked in Dublin, each tablespoon features a gracefully shaped ovoid bowl and a tapering handle with a down-turned terminal, characteristic of the Old English design. The bright-cut decoration, including a feather edge and thistle pattern, further enhances the beauty of these functional works of art. Each spoon is engraved with the monogram "JED."
John Power was a distinguished silversmith working in Dublin during the late 18th century, known for producing high-quality silverware. His works remain a testament to the craftsmanship and style of Georgian Ireland. The Old English pattern, which Power utilized, was popular throughout the 18th century and has maintained its classic appeal over the centuries. Additionally, these spoons were a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
Each: 9" length
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Period: | 18th Century |
Origin: | Other |
Type: | Flatware |
Style: | Georgian |
Depth: | 0.83 in. (2.1 cm) |
Width: | 1.75 in. (4.45 cm) |
Height: | 9.0 in. (22.86 cm) |
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