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William Pitts (Free November 1784, active c.1806)

Strawberry dish (part of The Grand Service) hallmark 1812/13

Silver gilt | 4.6 x 27.2 x 27.0 cm (whole object) | RCIN 49164

Strawberry dish (part of The Grand Service)

William Pitts (Free November 1784, active c.1806)

Strawberry dish (part of The Grand Service) hallmark 1812/13

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Description

A circular silver-gilt strawberry dish with undulating rim and fluted sides interspersed with applied panels of shells, engraved in the centre with the Prince of Wales' feathers, Garter and coronet.
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection William Pitts (Free November 1784, active c.1806)
(goldsmith)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page George IV, King of the United Kingdom (1762-1830)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Silver gilt

silver, gilt

cast, applied, fluted, engraved (incised), edging and surfacing patterns

Measurements

4.6 x 27.2 x 27.0 cm (whole object)
Groupings
Category
Metalwork
Object type(s)
containers
culinary containers
vessels for serving or eating
dishes
dessert dishes
strawberry dishes
Subject(s)
Genealogy and Heraldry
Heraldry
Heraldic badges
Badges (heraldic)-Prince Of Wales feathers
Prince Of Wales feathers with Garter & coronet

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