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Learn MorePair of Georgian Silver Salvers by Richard Rugg
- This exceptional pair of silver salvers was crafted by the renowned silversmith Richard Rugg
- Rugg was highly regarded as a specialist salver maker during the George III period
- The salvers feature beautifully executed Chippendale-style borders
- These salvers would have been a mark of status and taste in Georgian England
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Richard Rugg
Hallmarked London, 1771
This exceptional pair of Georgian silver salvers was crafted by renowned London silversmith Richard Rugg in 1771. Known for his expertise in creating salvers, Rugg’s work is celebrated for its superior craftsmanship, and these examples are a testament to his mastery. The salvers feature beautifully executed Chippendale-style borders, enhanced by intricate shell and scroll motifs, perfectly embodying the elegance of 18th-century British silver.
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Richard Rugg
Hallmarked London, 1771
This exceptional pair of Georgian silver salvers was crafted by renowned London silversmith Richard Rugg in 1771. Known for his expertise in creating salvers, Rugg’s work is celebrated for its superior craftsmanship, and these examples are a testament to his mastery. The salvers feature beautifully executed Chippendale-style borders, enhanced by intricate shell and scroll motifs, perfectly embodying the elegance of 18th-century British silver.
The circular trays rest on three sturdy hoofed feet, giving them both balance and an impressive presence. The attention to detail is evident in the finely cast rims. These salvers would have been a mark of status and taste in Georgian England, and they continue to impress with their timeless beauty.
Richard Rugg was highly regarded as a specialist salver maker during the George III period, a reputation built on the consistent quality and artistry of his work. His salvers are often considered some of the finest examples of Georgian salvers, with these demonstrating the technical precision and aesthetic finesse that made him a leading figure in London’s silversmithing community. These salvers were also once part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection which has been highly publicized and studied.
1" high x 6 1/4" diameter
Provenance:
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Period: | 18th Century |
Origin: | England |
Type: | Trays/Salvers |
Style: | Georgian |
Depth: | 6.25 in. (15.88 cm) |
Width: | 6.25 in. (15.88 cm) |
Height: | 1.0 in. (2.54 cm) |
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