Basket
Manufacturer
James Young Silversmiths
CultureEnglish
Date1792
MediumSilver
DimensionsOverall: 4 1/2 x 14 1/2 x 10 1/2 in. (11.4 x 36.8 x 26.7 cm)
InscribedEngraved on bottom: "Made in London A.D. 1792 by James Young Silversmiths"; Marked "IY", lion passant to left, crowned leopard, "r" in cut corner rectangle and monarch's head to right; handle stamped once with lion passant.
Credit LineIn memory of Lela Williams Hine (1874-1965)
Object number66.8.1
Not on view
DescriptionOval footed handled basket; reeded rim and handle; engraved open work border inside scrolls and bright cut blossoms.
Worcester Porcelain Company
ca. 1770
