Pitcher
Date1728-1729
Marked by
Hugh Spring
fl. 1721 - 1729
Formerly attributed to
Samuel Hitchcock
active 1713-1743
OriginEngland, London
MediumSilver (Sterling)
DimensionsOH: 8 7/8"; OW: 7 3/8"; Diam. (body): 5 3/4"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1960-829
DescriptionJug with pear-shaped body on short applied molded foot ring and applied molding at rim. Triangular spout with shaped drop; cast and applied S-scroll handle with scroll grip and with bud terminal. Engraved coat of arms on body.Inscription(s)Engraved on side of body with the arms of the Earl of DartmouthMark(s)Marked in relief on base 1) sponsor's mark "HS" in block letters with mullet above (lower part of reserve indistinct) within a shaped rectangle [Grimwade 1990 # 1064); 2) leopard's head crowned; 3) lion passant; and 4) and date letter "N" for 1728-29ProvenanceVendor: Garrard & Co., Ltd., London
