A George III silver gilt basket, John Edward Terry, London, 1819

heavily cast feet, border and swing handle incorporating scrolling flowers and foliage, winged dragons, sea monsters, female masks surrounded by wheat sheaths and harvest instruments

H.R.H. Prince George, 2nd Duke of Cambridge K.G. (1819 - 1904 )

H.R.H. The Duke of Cambridge(\D); Christie's London, 6 June 1904, lot 57; then engraved with the initial and coronet of the Duke of Kent. 

The gilding with some wear at highlights, unusually heavy, in overall good condition. For further queries regarding this lot please contact the Silver department on +44(0)207.293.5100.
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