A George III Old Sheffield Plate Hot Water, or Wine Jug with Fluted Detail, circa 1780 - 1800. Of baluster form and raised on a circular pedestal foot with beaded detail. The domed and hinged cover with beaded and fluted detail, terminating in a bud finial. Fluting to the lower half of the body, with a wooden loop handle.
In very good condition with moderate surface wear commensurate with age. Copper bleed around the spout area where there are traces of a repair. Light copper bleed to the raised detail areas. Free of any dents or creases.
Approximate weight is 525 grams.
Approximate dimensions are 25 cm height and 16 cm handle to spout length.
