{"product_id":"antique-georgian-silver-wine-cooler-cup-regency-design-paul-storr-london-1810","title":"Antique Georgian Silver Wine Cooler Cup Regency Design - Paul Storr London 1810","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDescription and Details \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are delighted to have acquired and offer this magnificent Georgian solid sterling silver wine cooler\/cup made by Paul Storr, London 1810.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0128\/2444\/5028\/files\/AntiqueGeorgianPaulStorrSilverWineCoolerCup_-35.jpg?v=1772798882\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSynonymous with quality, splendor and regality; Paul Storr was the most celebrated English silversmith of the early 19th Century receiving commissions from the British Aristocracy and Royalty (more info below). Unsurprisingly, his wares are of the finest quality and his legacy lives on today with many of his works exhibited in museums and in the Royal Collection Trust.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0128\/2444\/5028\/files\/AntiqueGeorgianPaulStorrSilverWineCoolerCup_-50.jpg?v=1772798882\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis particular article was made during the Regency period and as such presents some of the finest traits and balance between understated elegance and distinct ornamentations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0128\/2444\/5028\/files\/Antique_Georgian_Paul_Storr_Silver_Wine_Cooler_Cup_-44.jpg?v=1772832877\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cup is made from a good gauge of silver with thick walls and a heft which offers a reassuring feel in hand and upon display. The top portion features a most wonderful thick shell \u0026amp; gadroon border with a splendid Regency frieze of anthemion motifs underneath.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0128\/2444\/5028\/files\/AntiqueGeorgianPaulStorrSilverWineCoolerCup_-29.jpg?v=1772798882\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe midsection presents a plain mirror finish with two hand-engraved cartouches, one with a coat of arms and the other side a presentation engraving reading \"A Token of Esteem\". Its base features a large and wide foot supporting the top portion with further gadroon style decoration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0128\/2444\/5028\/files\/AntiqueGeorgianPaulStorrSilverWineCoolerCup_-28.jpg?v=1772798882\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUndoubtedly stylish and splendid as a display piece on a table, but better yet, such fine silverware can also be practically used in the modern-day. Whether it be for chilling and serving wine (fits one large champagne bottle comfortably or two medium ones) or other beverages of your choice, or perhaps as a grand flower vase. A wonderful way to display your passion and appreciation for fine antiques and history and an unmissable conversation starter upon presenting guests.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0128\/2444\/5028\/files\/AntiqueGeorgianPaulStorrSilverWineCoolerCup_-9.jpg?v=1772796775\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull set of English hallmarks are present on the rim of the foot.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Please note: all images with other items are for display purposes only, this listing is for the item mentioned in the title.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFurther on Paul Storr \u003cspan\u003e(1771-1844)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Storr, England's most celebrated early 19th-century silversmith was born in \u003cspan\u003eLondon, 1771. He began his career in 1792 and quickly built up a reputation for his fine crafts and by the beginning of the 19th century, he had become one of London's most renowned silversmiths, producing silverware for King George III and King George IV.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1807, Storr worked with Philip Rundell and became a partner in 1811 for the workshops for Rundell, Bridge and Rundell, the finest goldsmiths and retailers of the period. Although he kept his own hallmarks and maintained his own workshop, this partnership further accelerated his rise to prominence and provided more exposure allowing him to display his finest skills. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis works can now be found in the finest art institutions and Royal palaces none less than Windsor Castle, Buckingham Palace, the V\u0026amp;A and the Metropolitan Museum in New York.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSize (cm) H:25cm W:23.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSize (inches) H:9.84 W:9.25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWeight: 1845 grams (59.31 Troy oz) total. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eGreat Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e-  The cup is in great antique condition with no major issues or damage. Some minor surface wear commensurate with age and the original joining seams\/reverse side of the engraving can be faintly seen from the interior wall. The decoration remains crisp and stands straight and strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe aim to overemphasise and state these issues to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect the usage of the items. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePlease refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eArtisan Antiques offers free global shipping with professional, secure and discreet packaging.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe will \u003cspan\u003ealways ensure\u003c\/span\u003e your items are packaged with the utmost care and see the delivery through to the end. In the very rare and unfortunate case of non-delivery\/courier loss, you are fully covered with us and we will fully refund you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e*All parcels are insured - please rest assured all shipping liabilities other than import\/customs duty are covered by Artisan Antiques.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Colours of the product may slightly differ from the photos due to different computer screens \u0026amp; lighting conditions*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Price negotiations may be possible under certain criteria, please contact us via telephone (07578761640)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eor email (info@artisanantiques.net) - \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Artisan Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55391636881793,"sku":null,"price":12500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0128\/2444\/5028\/files\/AntiqueGeorgianPaulStorrSilverWineCoolerCup_-35.jpg?v=1772832612","url":"https:\/\/www.artisanantiques.net\/en-us\/products\/antique-georgian-silver-wine-cooler-cup-regency-design-paul-storr-london-1810","provider":"Artisan Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}