Commonwealth Antique Silver Beaker, England, 1657

Object Description

A superb antique silver cup dating back to the turbulent mid 1600’s. Of tapering cylindrical form it has a flared rim and simple foot wires. Hand engraved to the top with a band of strapwork interspersed with foliate and scroll motifs. The front is stipple engraved with initials ‘MT’. Fine patina and hand beaten finish.

Contains 350ml.
Weight 177g, 5.6 troy oz.
Height 10.6cm. Diameter of top 8.3cm.
London 1657.
Maker Edward Treen.
Sterling silver.

Marks. Stamped with a full set of clear English silver hallmarks.

Maker: Edward Treen

Edward Treen, London silversmith, apprenticed to Thomas Burton 1619, free 1626. Edward bound 3 apprentices prior to the outbreak of the Civil Wars in 1642 after which his movements became unclear. In 1653 he bound the first of six more apprentices, the others in 1655, 1656, 1663, 1666 and 1669. In 1665 he was elected as Almsman and seems to have carried out these duties in conjunction with his activities as silversmith. Even so there seem to be no surviving examples of his work after 1663.

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Object History

Mallet & Son Ltd, invoice dated 13 August 1942 for £110
Sir Peter Wills 3rd Bt. (1922-1945) and thence by descent to
The Wills Collection; Christie’s London, 9 November 1994, lot 214

Object Condition

This rare Cromwellian beaker is in very good condition. Excellent patina. The engraving is still crisp. Shows minor wear consistent with age. This cup has been water tested and does not leak.

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