William Pitts (Free November 1784, active c.1806)
Tankard hallmark 1811/12
Silver gilt | 30.0 x 23.7 x 30.5 cm (whole object) | RCIN 49165
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A large silver gilt tankard with hinged lid, beaded scroll handle and stepped circular foot. The tankard is cast with a battle scene in relief; the lid inset with a medallion bearing on the obverse John Sobieski on horseback, in relief; the reverse with a profile of Charles II.
Provenance
The battle scene depicts John Sobieski, King of Poland, relieving Vienna from the Turks in 1683. This tankard is an exact copy of a version dating from that year, acquired by George IV. This piece was also bought by George IV when Prince Regent, in 1812, for £192 3s 6d.
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Medium and techniques
Silver gilt
Measurements
30.0 x 23.7 x 30.5 cm (whole object)
