Georgian Hot Water Pitcher William Stroud Sterling 1814 London

English George III sterling silver footed hot water pitcher with lid, having fluted body and ornate rims, accented with shell, scroll and acanthus leaf motifs. Handle is decorated with figural laurel leaves and scroll element on the top. Made by William Stroud, London, 1814. This great pitcher is 4 7/8" in diameter, 8 1/4" from spout to handle, 8 3/8" tall (including the lid) and weighs 1,036 grams or 33.4 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.