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William Townsend
Two-handled cup c.1733
Silver | 13.1 x 17.0 x 10.0 cm (whole object) | RCIN 46795
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An Irish silver two-handled cup with leaf-capped, double-scroll handles, inscription 'The Reward of Industry' and crest of the Ingham family of Blake Hall, Mirfield, Yorkshire. Anne Brontë worked as a governess for this family between 1839 and 1840. Anne drew on her experiences at Blake Hall while writing Agnes Grey.
Mark of William Townsend, Dublin.Provenance
Given to King George V by Queen Mary for his birthday on 3 June 1929.
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Creator(s)
(goldsmith)(nationality)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Silver
Measurements
13.1 x 17.0 x 10.0 cm (whole object)
Place of Production
Dublin [Ireland]
