William IV Silver Gilt Tea Pot
Mark of Paul Storr
The lobed melon form pot with a floriform base and finial, overall chased with lattice and flowerhead design with an arabesque band at the top rim
Mark for Paul Storr, London 1838 on base and lid.
5 1/2in (14cm) h. 9in (23cm) l.
823.7gram.

Paul Storr's (1771-1844) work defined the zenith of English silversmithing during the late Georgian and Regency periods. Storr established his London workshop in 1796, quickly rising to prominence through commissions for the royal family and aristocracy.

Paul Storr's significance stems from his technical mastery and artistic interpretation of neoclassical design principles. His workshop produced silver of extraordinary weight and substance, with complex cast and chased ornament executed with remarkable precision. Storr's distinctive style combined bold architectural forms with intricate classical motifs and sculptural elements. His work demonstrates the perfect merger of sophisticated design with technical excellence—hallmarks of his output.
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