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Salver, one of a pair

Date1741-1742

Marked by John Robinson II (fl. ca. 1738 - 1773)

OriginEngland, London

MediumSilver (Sterling)

DimensionsOH:(rim) 1 1/8"; DIAM: 7 5/8"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1955-166,2

DescriptionSalver; circular, cast scroll rim applied to short inclined shaped sides; broad flat circular base supported on three short cast double-scroll legs terminating in abbreviated hoof feet. Engraved and chased scroll, diaper, and shell border on face of base towards sides.
Label TextJohn Campbell, Lord Loudoun, the original owner of these salvers, was appointed governor of Virginia in 1756, and held that title until 1759, though never exercising the powers of office in Virginia, where he was served by a succession of deputies: Robert Dinwiddie, James Blair, and Francis Fauquier. He was also appointed commander-in-chief of the British forces in North America in 1756, and he did serve in America and Canada in that capacity.

InscribedArms of John Campbell (1705-1782), 4th earl of Loudoun, engraved in the center of each.
MarkingsMaker's mark "JR" in script letters with a sunburst above within a shaped reserve, leopard's head crowned, lion passant, and date letter on underside of tray.
ProvenanceVendor: Garrard & Co. Ltd., London (purchased from Sotheby & Co., London, 1955)