Skewer
Date1819-1820
Marked by
Paul Storr
OriginEngland, London
MediumSilver
DimensionsOL: 18" OW: 1 5/16"
Credit LineGift of John A. Hyman: The John A. Hyman Collection.
Object number1988-68
DescriptionSkewer; Coburg pattern on one side and variation of King's pattern on the other, with ring top, and long tapering blade. The typical lozenge-shaped blade is extended and entasisized so it is visually pleasing despite its extreme length, flowing into a stretched Coburg pattern handle which terminates in reed eye, hallmarks along the ridge of the blade on one side, on the other engraved crest of dexter arm in amour, the hand grasping a swordLabel TextSilver skewers, used for serving roasted meats at the dining table, were often made in decorative patterns to match forks, knives, and spoons. These skewers marked by Paul Storr illustrate two of the most popular flatware patterns produced in his shop. The larger example is in the Coburg pattern (1988-68) and the smaller is in the fiddle, thread, and shell design (1988-77).Inscription(s)Crest of dexter arm in armor, the hand grasping a swordMark(s)1) sponsor's mark; 2) sovereign's head; 3) date letter "d"; 4) leopard's head crowned; 5) lion passant, scratched inventory mark VO/+ProvenanceChristie's New York, October 22, 1984, lot 33
Ex-Collection John Hyman
1790-1795
1720-1740
Ca. 1810
1820-1840
