Thomas Ellerton, London, 1803-4

The deep round bowl with lower concave fluting below a reeded rim and raised on a stepped circular

fluted and bright cut foot, engraved with a boar's head erased

Condition: Excellent; maker’s mark partially struck but legible; other marks excellent

Note: Very few punch bowls were made in the late George III and Regency periods (late 18^th century through 1820).

Punch was a very popular drink in early 18th century Great Britain, prior to the popularity of wine.

The word "punch "is said to have derived from the Hindu work "panch", for five. It was introduced in

the mid 17th century, and consisted of five ingredients - basically being sweet, sour, bitter, weak, and alcoholic

There were several recipes - some involving tea or milk. The most usual combination included

water, sugar, limes, lemons or oranges, spices and spirits. It could be served warmed or chilled.

Thomas Ellerton registered a T.E in a rectangular punch in 1805 (Grimwade 2744).

He also worked with Richard Sibley I, registering that mark in 1802. (Thomas Evans also used a

T.E in a rectangular punch - Grimwade #2742. However his last mark was registered in 1786.)

29.4 Oz.

5 ¼” High x 10 ¼” Diameter

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