Vintage Sterling Silver Cake Stand from Selfridge & Co, 1940

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A fine george vi sterling silver cake stand or compotier, hallmarked birmingham 1940 and made for **selfridge & co ltd** … Read more A fine george vi sterling silver cake stand or compotier, hallmarked birmingham 1940 and made for **selfridge & co ltd** of oxford street, london. The stand features an elegantly formed gallery, finely **hand pierced with symmetrical fretwork** incorporating decorative scrolls and scallop-shell motifs. The intricate openwork gives the piece an attractive sense of lightness while showcasing the craftsmanship of traditional english silverwork. A substantial **gadrooned border** frames the upper edge, complementing the scrolling and shell ornamentation and adding further classical character to the design. The bowl is raised upon a **stepped circular pedestal base**, giving the piece a well-balanced and elevated profile suitable for use as a cake stand, compotier or decorative table centrepiece. Fully hallmarked for **birmingham 1940**, the piece bears the maker’s mark for selfridge & co ltd of oxford street, london. Crafted entirely in sterling silver, the stand has a substantial **net silver weight of approximately 432.2 grams**. Presented in excellent condition with a beautiful bright patina. There are no noted bruises, damage or repairs, and the piece remains free from later engraved presentation inscriptions or monograms. Clean and ready for use or display. Material: sterling silver origin: birmingham, england date: 1940 period: george vi / mid-20th century maker / retailer: selfridge & co ltd, oxford street, london decoration: hand-pierced symmetrical fretwork with scroll and scallop-shell motifs border: gadrooned net silver weight: **432.2 grams** condition: excellent condition; no noted damage, bruises or repairs type: cake stand / compotier / table centrepiece See less