From the Stowe 1848 Sale Catalogue.

1082. A beautiful vase of rock-crystal, formed as a shell, and engraved on a stem and foot of the same, the cover surmounted by a triton: the foot set with jacinths and lapis lazuli. Durlacher, Jun. 25 0 0. When this vase was brought forward, the auctioneer’s request for a bidding was answered by Mr Durlacher, who offered £25 in one sum. No advances being made, the vase was knocked down to him for that amount.

1356. An inkstand, of metal gilt, with silver filigree ornaments, supported on four lions, with four inkstands and a bell of Italian spar—formerly belonging to Pope Sixtus V. Owen. 34 4 6. Mr W Wells, of Redleaf, has since become the owner of this interesting relic.

638. A tankard—carved, with battle between the Centaurs and Lapithæ—in ivory, with borders richly chased with fruits. P. Norton, Esq. 45 3 0. This tankard is beautifully executed, and the whole is a very fine example of the work of the early part of the seventeenth century.

1240. An exquisite oviform vase, spirally fluted with handles: on the body of the vase is a frieze of dancing female figures, of the most beautiful workmanship—20 inches high. Ryman. 47 5 0. This vase, which is of white marble, has long been admired as one of the choicest works of art at Stowe. The frieze is exquisitely sculptured; the figures being chiselled with great delicacy. Its disposal excited a very spirited competition.