George II silver gilt berry spoon with Green Man mask

George II large sterling silver dessert berry spoon decorated with intricate engraving and repoussage. The gold-washed bowl is trimmed with a frilled edge and embossed with a fruit design of pineapple, pear and orange. The handle is engraved all over with an ornate scrolling design and the top is decorated with the Green Man mask - an architectural motif that originated in late Roman art from leaf masks used to represent gods and mythological figures.

Made by Ebenezer Coker and fully hallmarked for London, 1750.

74.12 g / 2.38 t oz
20 cm long
4.5 x 7.5 cm across the bowl

Great antique condition. Some wear to gilt appropriate to age and use.