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Antique Sterling Biscuit Barrel by Liberty & Co Ltd

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An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V sterling silver Arts and Crafts style biscuit barrel made by Liberty & Co Ltd; an addition to the ornamental silverware collection This exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V sterling silver biscuit barrel has a circular rounded form onto a plain circular spreading foot. The body of the antique silver biscuit box has a subtly planished finish and is encompassed with two applied Arts and Crafts style borders. The ornamentation to the barrel incorporates four applied circular designs, featuring further interlacing and bead designs, in addition to a central quatrefoil motif. This antique box retains the original hallmarked push fit cover surmounted with a button style finial. This exceptional antique silver biscuit barrel retains the original, hallmarked swing handle, embellished with an interlacing Arts and Crafts design to the centre of the handpiece. This impressive box was crafted by the collectable silversmith Liberty & Co Ltd. Condition This antique sterling silver biscuit barrel is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. This impressive box has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. The applied decoration is very sharp. The sterling silver hallmarks struck to the underside, in addition to the part hallmarks to the cover and handle are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique silverware. Dimensions Height to top of handle 19.6cm/7.7' Height 14.7cm/5.8' Diameter 14.5cm/5.7' Weight 19.4 troy ounces/602g Date: 1920 Origin: Birmingham, England.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.8 in (14.74 cm)Diameter: 5.7 in (14.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Arts and Crafts (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Refinished. This impressive box has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C72701stDibs: LU1200229826652
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