Antique Silver Castle Top Vinaigrette

This gorgeous antique sterling silver vinaigrette dates from the early years of Queen Victoria's reign. It is hallmarked for Birmingham 1843 with the maker's mark of Edward Smith and shows a very crisp picture of St Paul's Cathedral. The silver is in excellent condition, both hinges are good. There is a slight loss to the gilding on the top of the grille, probably a result of over-zealous cleaning, but otherwise the gilding is also good. There is an inscription in the cartouche on the back which (interestingly!) reads 'Egypt'. The view of St Paul's is identical to a drawing entitled 'North-East view of St Paul's Cathedral, City of London, 1835' by the artist Benjamin Winkles. Complimentary gift wrapping is available on request.