Antique George I French Silver Side-handled Chocolate Pot

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique French silver side-handled chocolate pot; an addition to our Georgian silverware collection. This exceptional antique early 18th century French silver hot chocolate jug has a plain baluster-shaped form to three cast feet. The plain body of this antique hot chocolate pot is embellished with an engraved coat of arms depicting three bees. This leaf bordered heraldic marking are surmounted with coronet design. The upper rim this exceptional example of antique silverware is encircled with an applied moulded border. This impressive example of antique teaware is fitted with a domed hinged hallmarked cover surmounted with a cast silver knopped finial and thumbpiece; this finial bears a swivel hinge. The chocolate pot is fitted with the original turned carved painted wood side-handle, fitted to a plain silver socket with an impressive cast fluted design in junction with the body. The chocolate pot bears a plain spout with a hinged cover to the upper plateau. This antique silver chocolate jug has a fine colour and patination*. Such original examples in this desirable style and size are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. This antique silver side handled hot chocolate jug is a distinctive gift for weddings, anniversaries or collectors of fine antiques. It can serve hot beverages in style or be displayed as a refined accent on a dining table, sideboard or within a silver collection. * Patination or Patina is a subtle colouration or tarnish which forms on the surface of some metals, produced by oxidation or other chemical processes. A good patina proffers an aesthetically pleasing look. Maker: Richard Jarry Origin: Paris, France