Sterling Silver Seven-Bar Toast Rack from S. Blanckensee & Son, 1933

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A fine english solid sterling silver seven-bar toast rack by s. Blanckensee & son ltd, hallmarked in birmingham in 1933 … Read more A fine english solid sterling silver seven-bar toast rack by s. Blanckensee & son ltd, hallmarked in birmingham in 1933 during the reign of george v. The piece is beautifully constructed with seven evenly spaced upright bars arranged across a substantial rectangular framework, creating the elegant geometric profile characteristic of quality british table silver from the interwar period. The polished sterling silver construction gives the toast rack a refined lustre, while its restrained design reflects the transition toward cleaner, more architectural forms during the 1930s. The carefully balanced framework combines practical function with an attractive sculptural quality. S. Blanckensee & son ltd was an established british silversmithing firm, and this birmingham-hallmarked example represents an appealing piece of the company's early 20th-century silver production. The piece is confirmed as solid silver and dates to 1933. Originally intended for presenting toast at the breakfast or dining table, today the piece can equally be appreciated as a decorative object within a collection of antique english silver and traditional tableware. A refined example of george v-period british silver, combining solid sterling silver construction, classic seven-bar design and accomplished birmingham craftsmanship. Maker: s. Blanckensee & son ltd origin: birmingham, england date: 1933 period: george v / art deco period material: solid sterling silver net weight of the silver content ; 111.8 grams dimensions ; length 117 mm width 75 mm height 120 mm width between the bars 12 mm See less