Sugar castor
Samuel Wood (fl.1721 - 1773)
Category
Silver
Date
1746
Materials
Silver
Measurements
150 mm (Height) x 52 mm (Depth); 5.75 oz (Wt)
Place of origin
London
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Dudmaston, Shropshire
NT 814317
Summary
A pair of inverted baluster shaped sugar castors raised on circular foot. Top pierced with vertical bands and floral sprays, surmounted by finial. Engraved with Whitmore crest. Fitted with later metal inserts.
Provenance
Dudmaston collection.
Marks and inscriptions
Stamped with London hallmark, Maker's mark SW.
Makers and roles
Samuel Wood (fl.1721 - 1773), maker