An extremely important

                                                                                                        1786

                                                                                            British sterling silver

                                                     acanthus crown double scroll handle stepped hoof foot gravy boat.

                                                                      

                                                                                    

A fine example from the London silver shop of John Schofield.

Grimwade writes that his silver displays impeccable craftsmanship and brilliant Neo-classical design, and compares

favorably with the far better know Paul Storr.

First listed with brother Robert 1772. 

Then alone and working for the royal goldsmiths Parker and Wakelin.

As well as a substantial number of direct commissions from prince Regent, 

who later became King George IV.

Schofield's work ranges from 3200 GBP for pair 8 inch salvers to $45000 USD

for a large argyle at Koopman Rare Arts.