WILLIAM IV SILVER CAKE BASKET,Edward, Edward Jr., John and William Barnard, London, 1831. Circular, with lobed panels featuring repoussé floral festoons, centered with chased armorial crest; the serpentine rim with applied scrolls; floral decorated swing handle; on conforming foot - 34 oz., 6 dwt.; 4 in. high x 13 1/4 in. diam.;. Estimate $1,000-1,500
PROVENANCE: Estate of a Watergate, Washington, DC, gentleman
10 1/2 in. high, overall
There are no marks on the handle. The marks are medium crisp to crisp and are legible. There are no splits or repairs. The repoussé decoration is crisp. The center has faint surface scratches and shallow pocks.
