Museum Quality Victorian Gold Wash Sterling Silver & Cut Glass Claret Jug Ewer by Charles Edwards London 1889

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This exceptional Victorian claret jug ewer stands as a testament to the masterful artistry of late 19th-century British silversmithing. Standing at an impressive height of 13 inches, this magnificent piece features a beautifully etched, clear cut-glass body paired with heavily ornamented sterling silver mounts. The silverwork is adorned with an ornate handle, intricate floral borders, and a striking, high-relief bearded mythological mask on the collar. To elevate its luxury, the interior and select exterior silver elements feature a rich, warm gold wash vermeil finish, creating a brilliant contrast against the polished silver and brilliant crystal.
The base of the foot rim displays a complete, crisp set of English hallmarks that precisely date and authenticate the piece. The maker’s mark CE belongs to the renowned London silversmith Charles Edwards, active during the height of the Victorian era. Accompanying the maker’s mark is the Lion Passant, guaranteeing sterling silver purity, alongside the Queen Victoria duty mark and the specific date letter O, which dates the ewer exactly to the year 1889.
This rare combination of fine cut glass, heavy sterling silver, and historical provenance makes it an elite acquisition for serious collectors of antique silver, Victorian tableware, or fine museum-quality barware.
Dimensions: width 6.5″ x max depth is diameter of circular base 3.75″  x height 13″

$2,555.00

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