19th Century Silver Goblets with Machined Decoration and Coat of Arms
Two 19th century silver goblets, the exterior with machined decoration, engraved band to the rim and base, the cartouche with coat of arms and motto, one marked London 1862 by William Hunter & Son. The other incuse stamped DEMAFFEY and '2me/PA'. 488gms.
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- Engraving - The method of decorating or creating inscriptions on silver and other metal objects by marking the surface with a sharp instrument such as a diamond point or rotating cutting wheel.
- Cartouche - An ornamental panel in the form of of a shield, oval or rectangular scroll with curling edges. It may be carved into the back of a chair or the top of a sideboard, or present on a piece of silver or jewellery, and contain the initials of the original owner, heraldic symbols, or some other inscription, such as the details of a presentation.
In ceramics the term defines the central area of a vase or similar with a decorative border in one of the shapes above, into which a decorative scene or figures have been painted.
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