George V Sterling Silver Swing Handle Basket with Blue Glass Liner, 1912

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A fine george v sterling silver swing-handle bon bon or sucrier basket dating to 1912, displaying an elegant combination of … Read more A fine george v sterling silver swing-handle bon bon or sucrier basket dating to 1912, displaying an elegant combination of neoclassical and art nouveau influences. The basket features a refined gadrooned and beaded rim above an intricate openwork gallery, richly embellished with applied decoration in relief depicting a dove in flight together with graceful foliate and floral motifs. A vacant cartouche provides an additional classical decorative element. The articulated swing handle complements the elegant form, while the basket is raised upon a circular stepped pedestal base, creating a beautifully balanced profile. The piece retains its striking bristol blue glass liner, providing a rich contrast against the polished sterling silver. The liner remains free from noted chips or interior blooming. Fully hallmarked for london 1912 and crafted from sterling silver, the basket has a substantial net silver weight of approximately 212.8 grams and a gross weight of approximately 631.3 grams. Presented in very good antique condition with no noted bruises, splits, losses, damage or repairs. It remains free from engraved presentation inscriptions or monograms and retains a beautiful bright patina. Clean and ready for use or display. Material: sterling silver, bristol blue glass george v sterling silver swing handle bom bom / sucrier basket . Gadrooned beaded rim. Open work gallery with applied decoration in relief. Depicting a dove in flight, foliate and floral motifs. Vacant cartouche. Raised on a circular stepped base. Of neo-classical design. Art nouveau period. Hallmarked ; london 1912 maker's mark for ; robert frederick fox dimensions; rim 124 in diameter base 60 in diameter height 73 mm height including the handle 140 mm net weight of the silver content ; 212.8 grams gross weight ; 631.3 grams in very good condition. No damage, bruises , splits , losses or repairs. No chips or blooming to the bristol blue glass liner. See less