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Here we have a handsome English Regency sterling silver pedestal bowl, and in this case we are fortunate: the hallmarks allow us to date it precisely to London, 1822. The combination of lion passant, uncrowned leopard head, Roman lowercase “g,” and the duty head of George IV leaves little ambiguity. This is a properly assayed London piece from the heart of the Regency era. The maker’s mark “R.S.” corresponds closely with Richard Sibley, a respected name in early 19th-century London silver. Stylistically, the bowl embodies the Regency aesthetic. The broad, poised basin rises above a muscular gadrooned and reeded foot, while cast acanthus leaves animate the lower body with classical vigor. The engraved greyhound crest adds a note of personal history—almost certainly a family commission, and very much in keeping with the traditions of English armorial silver. Condition appears very good overall, with honest surface scratching and polish wear consistent with two centuries of careful use. The marks are struck cleanly and read coherently, reinforcing confidence in both age and authenticity. Auction estimate: $1,500 to $3,000, depending on weight and prevailing market appetite for Regency London silver. A refined and historically grounded example of early 19th-century English craftsmanship.
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Item Report
English Regency Sterling Silver Pedestal Bowl, London 1822
英国摄政时期伦敦1822年纯银高足碗
Merge Reports: Yes (reconciled). Approval remains manual.
By: Maker's mark 'R.S.', strongly attributed to Richard Sibley (London)
Style: English Regency Period silver
Origin: England (London)
Materials: sterling silver
Age: Hallmarked London, 1822
Condition: Very good (light surface scratches and polish wear consistent with age; no major dents visible; underside not fully examined)
Value: Auction estimate: $1,500–$3,000 USD (subject to weight and market conditions)
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Maker's Marks / Writing: Rectangular maker’s mark 'R.S.'; lion passant (sterling); uncrowned leopard head (London Assay Office); Roman lowercase date letter 'g' for 1822; duty head of King George IV.
Date: 2026-03-23 01:19:19.663699
Description:
A finely made English sterling silver pedestal bowl assayed in London in 1822, featuring a broad circular basin, a reeded and gadrooned foot, cast acanthus ornament at the lower body, and an engraved greyhound crest. The hallmarks include the lion passant, uncrowned leopard head of the London Assay Office, a Roman lowercase date letter “g” for 1822, the duty head of King George IV, and a maker’s mark “R.S.”, strongly associated with Richard Sibley. The form suggests use as a compote, presentation bowl, or refined table centerpiece. 一件制作精良的英国纯银高足碗，1822年伦敦检验。器形为宽口圆盆式碗身，下承带有棱纹与蛋形饰（gadrooning）的高足，碗身下部饰有铸造的莨苕叶纹，外壁刻有灵缇犬纹章。银器錾刻有狮形纯银标记、伦敦检验局无冠豹首标记、罗马小写字母“g”（代表1822年）、乔治四世税印头像，以及“R.S.”制作者标记，极可能为银匠Richard Sibley之作。器形可作果盘、陈设碗或礼仪陈列用途。
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This is a genuine English Regency sterling silver pedestal bowl, firmly dated by its hallmarks to London, 1822. The combination of the lion passant, uncrowned leopard head, Roman lowercase date letter “g,” and the duty head of George IV precisely anchors the piece to that year. The maker’s mark “R.S.” corresponds closely with Richard Sibley, a respected London silversmith active in the Regency period. The bowl displays confident classical lines characteristic of the era: a poised circular basin, a bold gadrooned and reeded foot, and cast acanthus ornament lending sculptural depth to the lower body. The engraved greyhound crest appears hand-cut and stylistically appropriate, suggesting commission by a family of standing. Surface wear is consistent with age, showing light scratching and polish marks from use, but no major dents or structural issues are visible in the provided views. The hallmarks are properly struck and visually coherent, reinforcing authenticity. Taken together, the clear and consistent London hallmarks, correct period ornament, and natural wear patterns support the conclusion that this is an authentic 1822 Regency silver bowl rather than a later revival example. 此件银碗为英国摄政时期纯银高足碗，依据錾刻标记可明确断代为1822年伦敦出品。狮形纯银标记、无冠豹首、罗马小写字母“g”年份字母及乔治四世税印共同确立其确切年份。制作者标记“R.S.”与摄政时期伦敦知名银匠Richard Sibley高度吻合。 整体造型典雅端庄，宽口圆盆与厚实高足比例协调，蛋形饰与棱纹装饰体现出典型摄政时期的新古典主义风格。莨苕叶纹饰立体自然，灵缇犬纹章手工雕刻精细，符合当时贵族家族定制银器的传统。 器表可见与年代相符的轻微划痕与抛光痕迹，未见明显结构性损伤。银标錾刻清晰、规范，进一步增强其真实性判断。 综合风格、标记与工艺特征，可认定为1822年伦敦出品的真实摄政时期银器，而非后期仿制品。
Individual Images:
- Clear side view of hallmarks including date letter 'g' and George IV duty head; detail of engraved greyhound crest; profile of gadrooned and reeded foot; overall basin view.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Very good (light surface scratches and polish wear consistent with age; no major dents visible; underside not fully examined)
Identification Score: 96%
The hallmarks are fully legible and internally consistent: lion passant (sterling), uncrowned leopard head (London), Roman lowercase 'g' date letter, and George IV duty head, all corresponding to 1822. The form and ornament align precisely with Regency design. Object type, origin, and year are securely established. 银标完整清晰，包括狮形纯银标记、伦敦无冠豹首、罗马小写“g”年份字母及乔治四世税印，彼此对应1822年。造型与装饰亦符合摄政时期风格，因此器物类型、产地与年份判断高度确定。
Authenticity Score: 90%
The properly struck hallmarks, correct 1822 date configuration, period-appropriate engraving, and consistent surface wear strongly support authenticity. A full underside inspection and weight confirmation would provide additional reassurance, but visible evidence aligns convincingly with an original Regency-period work. 标记錾刻规范且与1822年组合完全吻合，纹章雕刻及表面自然磨损均符合时代特征，真实性较高。如能补充底部与重量数据，将进一步增强判断，但现有证据已充分支持其为摄政时期原作。
Image Memory Note
Hallmarks confirm London assay and year 1822; maker's mark R.S. associated with Richard Sibley. 银标确认伦敦检验及1822年年份字母；R.S.标记与Richard Sibley相关。
Keywords
English Regency silver, London 1822, sterling silver pedestal bowl, Richard Sibley, R.S. maker's mark, lion passant, leopard head, George IV duty mark, greyhound crest, gadrooned foot, acanthus decoration 英国摄政时期银器, 1822年伦敦, 纯银高足碗, Richard Sibley, R.S.银匠标记, 狮形标, 豹首标, 乔治四世税印, 灵缇犬纹章, 蛋形饰, 莨苕叶纹
Peer Review Summary
Peer Review
Key Visible Evidence
The object is a sterling silver pedestal bowl featuring a broad circular basin, a reeded and gadrooned foot, cast acanthus ornament at the lower body, and an engraved greyhound crest (Image 1, 2, 4, 5). Hallmarks are clearly visible on the side of the bowl (Image 3). These include a rectangular maker's mark 'R.S.', a lion passant standard mark, an uncrowned leopard head assay office mark, a Roman lowercase 'g' date letter within a shield, and a profile duty head of King George IV facing right. The surface exhibits light scratches and polishing wear consistent with age and use, and no major dents or repairs are immediately apparent from the provided images. The engraved greyhound crest appears hand-executed and stylistically appropriate for the period (Image 5).
Market and Source Support
The presence of the lion passant confirms the object is sterling silver. The uncrowned leopard head indicates the London Assay Office. The date letter 'g' (Roman lowercase, visible in Image 3) combined with the uncrowned leopard head (post-1822) and the George IV duty head (1784-1890, visible in Image 3) precisely dates the object to 1822. This aligns with the Regency period, which officially ended in 1830. The maker's mark 'R.S.' (Image 3) for London, 1822, strongly points to Richard Sibley, a prominent silversmith known for high-standard work in the Regency taste, with Richard Sibley II registering his mark in 1822. The report's dating of 'circa 1820-1840' is broadly accurate but can be narrowed to the specific year 1822 based on the visible hallmarks.
Needs Verification
A full, clear view of the underside of the bowl is needed to confirm construction methods, rule out any hidden repairs, and check for additional marks. The exact weight of the object is not provided, which is a standard data point for silver items and can influence valuation. While Richard Sibley is a highly probable maker, a more definitive attribution between Richard Sibley I and II, or confirmation against known examples of their specific 'R.S.' punch, would require further research or clearer comparative mark documentation. The precise original function (e.g., monteith, compote, presentation bowl) is suggested by the form but not definitively proven from the images alone.
Audit Conclusion
The report's core claims regarding the object as an English Regency Period sterling silver pedestal bowl are well-supported by the visible evidence and grounded sources. The hallmarks are clear and allow for a precise dating to 1822, which refines the report's broader 'circa 1820-1840' estimate. The maker's mark 'R.S.' is highly consistent with Richard Sibley, a significant London silversmith of the period. The condition appears consistent with age and use, as noted in the report. The authenticity assessment is reasonable, particularly given the visible, properly struck hallmarks that differentiate it from later reproductions. The value estimate is broadly consistent with comparables for similar period English sterling silver, although direct auction comparables for pedestal bowls by this specific maker are limited, necessitating the use of broader stylistic and maker-specific examples.
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