Pair of Georgian Silver Salvers by Frederick Kandler

This exquisite pair of silver salvers, crafted by the English silversmith Frederick Kandler, exemplifies the Rococo style with their intricate design and delicate detailing. These Georgian salvers are adorned with an applied cast border featuring masks interspersed with vines and grapes, all supported by four elegant shell feet. A band of flat-chased shells further enhances their ornate appearance, while a later engraved central armorial adds personal history to these remarkable salvers.

Frederick Kandler, an English silversmith of German birth, was active in London from 1735. He is believed to be related to Johann Joachim Kändler, the famous German porcelain modeler associated with Meissen. Kandler’s work is characterized by the use of high-relief and three-dimensional decoration, a style that draws strong parallels to the sculptural quality of Kändler’s porcelain creations. Although his works are rare, they are highly regarded for their elaborate craftsmanship. The sponsor’s mark used on these salvers is the same one Kandler registered in 1735.

Hallmarked Frederick Kandler, London, 1745

Each: 1" high x 6 5/8" wide x 6 5/8" deep

Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans