Early 17th Century Barware

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Charles I English sterling silver chalice; an addition to our collectable range of 17th century silverware. This exceptional antique Char...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique German silver quart tankard; an addition to our range of collectable 17th century silverware This exceptional antique German silver tankard has a plain tapering cylindrical form onto a circular shaped domed foot. The surface of this antique tankard is embellished with impressive partial gilt chased scrolling decoration accented with central fruit and floral sprays in addition to undulating leaf designs, all on a matte background. The upper rim of this lady's tankard is encompassed with an applied moulded border. This rare silver tankard retains the original domed cover encircled with further chased scrolling ornamentation, reflecting that of the body and features a cast figural thumbpiece. The plain domed portion of the cover is surmounted with the original and impressive cast tiered finial. The impressive cylindrical hinge is ornamented with further matte textures. This antique German tankard...