£260
A rare early 19th century pewter OEWS quart triple-dome lidded wine measure, Edinburgh, circa 1820
Having a baluster body engraved 'NUNC EST BIBENDUM' (now is the time to drink), a spout with tear-drop, single-curve handle with spade thumbpiece and lower strut attachment, hallmarks under lid of William Scott III, Edinburgh (fl.1790-1826), (PS18408) height 22.3cm
Literature: Illustrated Peter Spencer Davis, 'Scottish Pewter 1600-1850' (2014), p. 217. fig. 8.36.
The author notes this rare type of Scottish measure is made only by William Scott III & IV and is something of an enigma - it is likely they were made for special commissions, very possibly for use in an Edinburgh private members' club
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