SUPERIOR LONDON STERLING SILVER LARGE 2 HANDLED LOVING CUP 453 GRAMS C-1740

Description: SUPERIOR LONDON STERLING SILVER LARGE 2 HANDLED LOVING CUP 453 GRAMS C-1740We have the privilege to offer you this beautiful two handled lovers cup measuring 8 1/4 inches tall, 10 3/4 inches handle to handle, 6 1/8 inch top diameter opening and has a 4 3/4 inch diameter base. It weighs 14.58 troy ounces, 453 grams and is from the 1740 period as shown in its marks.Two-handled covered cups were first made in the middle years of the 17th century retaining great popularity in the ensuing 18th century. The cups are raised on a shallow rim, the body has a rounded base with tall sides varying from straight to curved according to date and scrolled handles. The upper edge of the body is turned slightly outwards making it appear that it was intended to be open-topped. It was at the beginning of the 18th century, at the time when the refugee French Huguenots were beginning to establish themselves and find a market for articles embodying Continental standards of design and craftsmanship. Under their influence the foot of the cup was made higher, the handles were given greater importance and the body ornamented with all the types of decoration at their command. In addition, from about 1705, a central girdle usually encircles the cup, as this one does. Two-handled cups were used as "Loving Cups" on ceremonial occasions, as a prizes for competitions, as awards on special occasions or merely as ornaments.There are the normal scratches from age to this piece. It is in great condition for being from the 1740 period. Good luck and happy bidding!!!! On all of our items, insurance is mandatory and is the Handling Cost. We tried to make this easier on our customers, as Ebay does not prompt for an insurance amount. We will break it down for you upon end of sale in the invoice. We ship out Priority Mail or if this is an International purchase, Priority Mail International to protect you with your purchases and get them to you fast. If the shipping runs less, we will refund that amount to you. If you have any questions or concerns, we are easy to get along with. You can email us through eBay, contact the seller. We have photographed every part for you, so that you can see the condition. Feel free to ask any questions or if you need more detailed photos, we are easy to deal with. PLEASE READ COMPLETE LISTING AND VIEW ALL PHOTOGRAPHS BEFORE BIDDING. Sir Richards Antiques and Fine Art Center c/o Richard and Barbara Woodard 3487 Waterbury Stowe Road Waterbury Center, Vermont 05677 Remember to bid early to avoid disappointment. We are available to answer e-mails from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (Eastern Standard Time), Seven days a week, except for Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. You can bid with confidence that this is a good investment item to add to your collection. Check out our other quality auctions. Well worth a look! Thank you for bidding and have a great day, Barbara and Richard! SHIPPING TERMS: Buyer prepays item, plus shipping, insurance and Delivery Confirmation on this item when applicable. All our shipping is done USPS Priority Mail, Insured Delivery Confirmation. International shipments are USPS International Priority Mail, Insured Delivery Confirmation, unless they are too large. International and other shipments may run more, but always only what it costs us for shipping and packing materials. (Please note, shipments to Italy are done by FedEx or UPS only.) Shipments will be made within 1 working day of receipt, unless there is an unusual circumstance. All items are extremely well packed, which will add to the weight of the shipment. RETURN POLICY: No returns on any items, unless we have grossly misrepresented the item only. To make any returns, we must be notified that you wish to return the item the day it is received at the Post Office or the day it is delivered from the carrier. Buyer pays all shipping costs back and forth. Thank you. You are welcome to personally view or pick your item up at our showroom, which contains Early American to Continental furniture, fine paintings and prints, fine porcelains and glass, plus almost every category pertaining to our past. Open seven days a week 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (Eastern Standard Time)

Price: 3495 USD

Location: Waterbury Center, Vermont

End Time: 2025-01-28T21:46:25.000Z

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