A very fine George II sterling silver pierced swing handled cake basket by Edward Aldridge, London 1751 with bold cast rim of wheat sheaves, grape vines and pomegranates, scrolled pierced body and contemporary engraved coat of arms, scroll feet with classical Maenad mask terminals and rocaille shell feet, swing handle with dragon head supports and engraved crest, fully marked on body, 33 x 28 cm, 27 cm high, 1,730 grams