Scottish Hunt Buttons
MakerMade by
William Dempster
(Edinburgh, Scotland)
Date1785
Object NameButton
Mediumsilver
ClassificationsApplied Art
Dimensions2.6 × 0.2cm (large x 11)
2 x 0.2cm (small x 1)
2 x 0.2cm (small x 1)
AcquisitionPurchased in 2013.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG011456
About MeA set of eleven large and one small buttons, of circular outline with integral lug to reverse. Finely engraved surface with running fox across ground and displayed thistle below.More About Me
Buttons made by a renowned Edinburgh silversmith emphasising the exclusivity of fox hunting.
James Giles
Edo Period, possibly late 18th century
Sir Robert Williams
Sir Robert Williams
Sir Robert Williams
Sir Robert Williams
Sir Robert Williams
William Williams
Julia Mavrogordato
Julia Mavrogordato
