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Late 18th Century Geroge III Coconut and Silver Goblet by Charles Hougham

About the Item

A period George III silver and coconut communion cup by English silversmith Charles Hougham (1748-1793). The coconut is carved extensively with a palm leaf pattern enclosed in crosshatched circles. The cup has a silver inner bowl and stands on a pedestal set on a circular domed foot. A later inscription on the base reads "E.M.F. 1811 to E.M.W. 1832 to E.M.B. 1892". Sold from collection of Sam Walker. E.M.F. is possibly Eleanor Mary Fitzwilliam of New York City. Makers marks on both rim and base. As found, England, circa 1789.
  • Attributed to:
    Charles Houghman (Jeweler)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Diameter: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1789
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor shrinkage to coconut below rim, three cracks in the coconut below the rim.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NB1stDibs: LU867714404691
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