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An elegant mid-20th-century English sterling silver cake stand or compôtier by Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd, crafted in Sheffield and … Read more An elegant mid-20th-century English sterling silver cake stand or compôtier by Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd, crafted in Sheffield and hallmarked for 1962. The piece is made from solid silver and reflects the firm's accomplished tradition of British table silver. The stand presents a beautifully balanced form intended for the presentation of cakes, fruit or confectionery. Its raised profile gives the piece an attractive architectural quality, while the polished silver surface allows the natural lustre of the precious metal to become a principal decorative feature. The restrained design gives the piece a timeless character, drawing upon traditional English silver forms while maintaining the cleaner aesthetic associated with mid-20th-century design. Its substantial presence makes it equally attractive as a functional serving piece or as a decorative object displayed on a dining table, console or sideboard. Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd was a Sheffield silver manufacturer, and the combination of identifiable maker, solid silver construction and precise 1962 date adds to the piece's appeal for collectors of British silver. The documented country of origin is the United Kingdom. A sophisticated example of post-war Sheffield silversmithing, combining traditional craftsmanship, precious-metal construction and an elegant presentation form. Maker: Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd Origin: Sheffield, England Date: 1962 Period: Mid-20th Century Material: Solid sterling silver Hallmarked ; Sheffield 1962 Maker's mark for; Cooper Brothers Sons Ltd Don plate works Arundel Street. Sheffield Dimensions ; Diameter of the rim 232 mm Diameter of the base 107 mm Height 43 mm Net weight of the silver content ; 787. 8 grams See less
- Dimensions
- 9.06ʺW × 9.06ʺD × 1.57ʺH
- Period
- 1960s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gold
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less
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