Georgian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette | Book style | Birmingham 1831 | Lawrence and Co Moss Rose inspired by 17th-century grotesque etchings

inspired by 17th-century grotesque etchings by Jacques Callot and the real-life practice of the era in employing dwarfs to wear advertising on large hats outside London's Mansion House

Design taken from Coloured Prints from the Original Engravings by Jesse Austin  1757

5cms (7 3/4") spout to handle

Approx 11cms (4 1/3") wide at middle

Wolfgang Hammann founded the porcelain manufactory in Lichte (Wallendorf)

Georgian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette | Book style | Birmingham 1831 | Lawrence and Co Moss Rose inspired by 17th-century grotesque etchingsGeorgian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette with simple Gilt grille The simple Grille is typical of Georgian simplicity The Vinaigrette is made to resemble a book or bible [note embossed edges to resemble a bible or book, and the pages on the edges] Maker: JL (Lawrence and Co) Assay: Birmingham 1831 Value Point: no monogramme Weight: 16 grams Dimensions: 3. 7cms (1 1 2") wide x 2. 5cms (1") x 0. 8 cm (1 3") high In excellent condition with original gilt wash