A LARGE AND IMPRESSIVE GEORGE IV SILVER GILT SALVER, REBECCA EMES AND EDWARD BARNARD, LONDON 1821

of circular form, armorial engraved to centre, a surround of flat chased rococo revival flowers, scrolls and rocaille on matted ground, the border cast with scrolls enclosing multiple textured shells,  on four scroll and shell feet below floral swags

The arms are those of Wilmot-Horton impaling Boyce for George Lewis Wilmot-Horton and his wife Frances Augusta, daughter of Henry-Pitches Boyce Esq., whom he married in 1849. He became the 5th baronet on the death of his brother, Robert in 1880

Sold by Sotheby's New York 19 April 1991, Lot 191

Good condition overall, very minor dents and surface abrasions consistent with age
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Literature:  Decorative Arts. A Handbook of the Collections of the J Paul Getty Museum,: p134, 293 illustrated