Object Description
A fine and exceptionally heavy pair of late George III Entree Dishes with cover, shaped rectangular gadroon borders, bold leaf and shell corners, naturalistic handles with acorn and oak-leaf mounts, engraved with armorial and crests, probably for Sir John Delves Broughton, 7th Baronet. Measuring 12.2” (31cm) by 9.5” (24 cm) across dishes, weight of pair 157oz (4889g). Hallmarked London 1819, maker Paul Storr