Lot 497 , A pair of George III cast silver oval table salts by Paul Storr,
A pair of George III cast silver oval table salts by Paul Storr, with gadrooned and shell borders, on four ornate winged paw feet, with gilded interior and engraved crest, London, 1810, 12.9cm, 12.5oz.
Estimate £800-1,000
Gilding on the interior of both salts quite worn. Some minor surface scratches and nicks in places and some slight wear to the decortaion on the borders, all commensurate with age and some use. Both numbered 494. Hallmarks clear but maker's mark on one partially rubbed and the other more rubbed.
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Sold for £1,700