Irish Soup Ladle, Cork 1780

This is a splendid late 18th century Irish provincial soup ladle. It is superbly decorated with original chased scrolls to the front stem and bowl. Additionally, the bowl is fluted and the front terminal engraved with a smashing crest of an elephant. It is marked to the reverse side with "STERLING" and the "CT" makers mark twice for Carden Terry. Excellent condition and quality throughout.