Wine label (part of The Grand Service) hallmark 1809-22
Silver gilt | 8.1 x 9.2 cm (length without chain) | RCIN 51095
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A set of silver-gilt wine labels, of oval shape, each pierced and chased with the head of Jupiter Ammon above a shaped rectangular plate, cast with the name of the wine, held by two recumbent putti, their legs entwined, lying on fruiting vines.
It is likely that because of their large size, these labels were used for Jeroboam or Rehoboam bottles or decanters.Provenance
Forty-six labels were bought by George IV when Prince Regent, from Rundell, Bridge & Rundell, in June 1811 for £271 12s.
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Creator(s)
(goldsmith)(retailer)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Silver gilt
Measurements
8.1 x 9.2 cm (length without chain)