Pair of silver George III Onslow pattern serving spoons
Pair of George III sterling silver Onslow pattern serving
spoons of heavy gauge, with cast, scroll end to the handle. The very clear
hallmarks are struck at the base of the handle. The bowls are a very elegant,
elongated shape. A family crest of a demi lion rampant is engraved at the end
of each handle near the scroll finial. This crest may well have been engraved
at a later date.
Maker :- William Woodward
Condition :-Very good condition with just a
few superficial digs and scratches on the handles
Hallmarked :- London 1773
Size :- 11.1 inches (28.2
cm) long
Weight :- 6.57 ozt (204 g)
The Onslow pattern was originally produced from
about 1760 and is now very rare. This pair of serving spoons have a very
graceful, elongated shape. Their festive and original design would allow them
to blend well with any other table service, so long as it was not too ornate.
They would also make an excellent gift.