George III Silver Woodcutter Nursery Ryhme Vinaigrette

MATTHEW LINWOOD of birmingham 1809
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A very rare George III silver Vinaigrette of plain rounded rectangular form, the base and sides with prick-dot engraved decoration, the lid engraved with a scene depicting a Woodcutter smoking a pipe with a dog at his heals. The silver gilt interior with intricately pierced grille including a basket of fruit.

By Matthew Linwood, Birmingham, 1809

Sold - £1,250.00

Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair
Dimensions
H
12 mm (0.47 inches)
W
29 mm (1.14 inches)
D
24 mm (0.94 inches)
Weight
17.00 Grams (0.55 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
TRS180315C
Medium
Silver
Literature
One of the so called ""Nursery Rhyme"" Vinaigrettes produced by Matthew Linwood in the early 19th century.