Antique Silver-Plated 1st Lancashire Rifle Wine Cooler from Elkington, 1873 for sale at Pamono

This is an exceptional antique English Neo-classical Revival silver plated wine cooler bearing the makers mark of the renowned English silversmith Elkington, dated 1873. The wine cooler is raised on a circular pedestal base with a reeded body and decorative lion head handles. It has an engraved cartouche with the inscription 'Presented to the 1st Lancashire Rifle Volunteers by Lt Colonel Bousfield 1882'. Bousfield is regarded as one of the founders of what eventually became the Territorial Army. Add some classical elegance to your home with this lovely decorative cooler. Condition: In excellent original condition. As an antique item, the cooler shows minor signs of use commensurate with age, these minor condition issues are mentioned for accuracy and, as seen in the accompanying photographs, it displays beautifully. Dimensions in cm: Height 23 cm x Width 38 cm x Depth 38 cm