Robert, David and Samuel Hennell Sterling Silver Period Tea Set London 1801

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This regal two hundred ten year old tea set was expertly crafted during the Georgian Period by Robert, David & Sammuel Hennell Silversmiths of London, c. 1801. They were a great and reknown family of brilliant silversmiths with a huge influence on British sterling that began in 1736 and continued till 1900. These impressive peices are superbly done in stately Georgian style. The graceful spout and handles are beautiful, solidly formed, and securely mounted with no repairs. The domed lid features a lovely ebonized finial. Each piece bears a handsome engraving of a hunting hound and a tree. The entire magnificent trio has a combined weight of 1149 grams or 36.95 Troy ounces. Tea pot is 7" tall Sugar bowl is 4" tall Cream pitcher is 4 7/8" tall The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. There is a coffee pot made by Henry Chawner that matches this set also available.

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