Soup tureen 1734 - 1735

This silver soup tureen was crafted by Paul de Lamerie, a prominent silversmith who was active in London during the early 18th century. The tureen, dating to 1734–35, displays the Rococo style with its elaborate ornamentation. The piece is decorated with engraved floral motifs, a woven pattern, and lion's heads on the handles and feet. The ornate handle features a pair of seahorses. This tureen is a testament to de Lamerie's artistry and the opulent tastes of the English elite during the Rococo period.