5219. Georgian Silver Soup Tureen

A handsome antique sterling silver soup tureen in the Adam style. Classic boat shape with gadroon borders and an imposing crown finial. To both sides there is a fine armorial engraving and the lion crest is repeated on the lid. The motto "Fama Semper Vivet" means "May His Fame last Forever". Weight 2680 grams, 86 troy ounces. Height 26 cms. Spread 44 cms. Width 33.5 cms. Depth 21 cms. London 1791. Maker James Young whose work is described by Grimwade as being of elegant neoclassical design and fine finish.

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