Antique 18th Century Sterling Silver Coffee Pot by Gabriel Sleath

This exceptional antique George II sterling silver coffee pot has a plain tapering cylindrical form with a subtly flared moulded base, in the highly desirable Classic English form.

The plain body of this Georgian coffee pot is embellished with a contemporary engraved coat of arms to one side.

This impressive example of antique teaware is fitted with a domed hinged cover surmounted with a silver acorn style finial.

The coffee pot is fitted with an opposing scroll style carved pear wood handle with scrolling thumbpiece and fitted to sterling silver sockets.

The coffee pot has an impressive spout with plain applied moulded ornamentation to the socket and the lip.

The underside of the coffee pot is embellished with the engraved initials ‘PWA’ in addition to the original scratch weight and full hallmarks.

This exceptional example of Georgian silverware was crafted by the renowned London silversmith Gabriel Sleath.

Condition
This antique Georgian coffee pot is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The interior of the coffee pot has been professionally cleaned and is ready for use. Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the base are all very clear.

Dimensions
Length from back of handle to tip of spout 20.3cm/8″.
Diameter of rim 7.1cm/2.8″.
Diameter of body 10.3cm/4.1″.
Height to top of finial 23cm/9.1″.

Weight
26.8 troy ounces/834g.

Maker: Gabriel Sleath.
Date: 1734.
Origin: London, England.

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