A George III basket; London 1772 maker's mark C.M? (untraced) oval with ovolo border and pierced sides, between classical masks and swags on oval skirt foot with rope twist border; the hinged handle with intertwined pierced oval swing handle. 34cm length x 28.5cm diam. 21ozt

Condition Report

The hallmarks are clear and crisp. The swing handle The is firm and moves readily. There is a split to the side just below the handle. There are surface scratches commensurate with age and wear. The base is in good order and it sits true on the skirt foot.