Silver Decorative Objects

A good sized elegant plain photograph frame made from solid English sterling silver and backed with solid Oak. Always very popular, this frame comes with a two-way folding easel sta...

Sterling silver box in the shape of a perforated brick. The box was made entirely by hand starting from a raw sheet of sterling silver and shaped into the shape of a brick. Round bus...

Pair of early 20th century sterling silver candlesticks circa 1922. Elegant pair of table candlesticks, with stamped removable tops.  Fluted and tapering stems, standing on a shaped...

A scarce fine quality antique silver-inlaid solid brass betel nut box (Lutuan), dating to the second half of the 19th / early 20th century, hand-crafted in Mindanao, Philippines. Boxes such as this were used to store the areca nut (also known as the betel nut) which would be wrapped in a betel leaf with lime paste and other ingredients, often tobacco, for chewing. Similar to the European tea caddy, these boxes often served as a way to impress while showing off ones wealth. Betel chewing was prevalent in the southern Philippines as in much of the rest of Southeast Asia. Wealthier Maranao families on Mindanao were able to afford elaborate silver-inlaid brass betel boxes such as this example. Such boxes were used to show off to guests and from which they were offered betel and the other component such as leaves and lime to make up the betel quid. Rare large size, most extant examples of such boxes tend to measure around 5 inches in length. At slightly more than 7.75 inches the example here is larger than most. The distinctive decorative box features a very heavy strong-box like rectangular shaped chest form with canted corners, copper handles, and a conforming hinged lid, lifting open to reveal an interior divided into three compartments covered by four hinged lids. Each of these doors is inlaid with silver in stylized orchid flower patterns. Exceptionally executed throughout, the arabesque silver inlaid exterior is decorated to the top with a large orchid motif within scrolling obid-obid (stylized rope) borders. The front, back and sides are inlaid with sets of stylized tail feathers of the sari-manok bird beneath which are unusual, highly stylized whimsical zoomorphic faces that appear like cat or tiger faces. (Such stylisation is accounted for by Southeast Asian Islamic preferences to avoid the overt and this potentially idolatrous representation of animal and human forms. Designs such as these are drawn from a local design repertoire that has its origins in wood carving. Although the spread of Islam in the Philippines began in the 14th century, mostly through the influence of Muslim merchants from the western Malay Archipelago, decorative arts in this design remain exceptionally rare. This lutuan represents a fine example of Islamic metalwork from the most eastern outreach of Islamic art and civilisation: Mindanao island being significantly further east than even China – artwork from Islamic Southeast Asia remains chronically under-represented in the world’s major collections of Islamic art. PROVENANCE / ACQUISITION Acquired from highly reputable auction house, Austin Auction Gallery, established 1983, Austin, Texas. References Brownrigg, H., Betel Cutters...

A fine vintage signed silver picture or photo frame. By Tiffany. In sterling silver. With a robust easel back stand. Marked to the base. Simply an wonderful frame from Tiffany! ...

Christofle silverplate French picture frame from the 1970s, in new condition with its original box, with a wood back. It measures 2 3/4'' in height by 2 1/3'' in width by 1/3'' in de...

A fine antique silver box. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. With a gilt interior and engraved foliate swags to the lid. Monogrammed 'AMB' to the center of the lid. Fully mar...

Oval-section handbag powder compact in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fired enamel. Opening with 18-karat gold bezel with round cabochon ruby, diameter 4 mm. Ground mirror sligh...

Late 20th century/circa 1970 silvered Napoleon Empereur letter opener by Christofle By: Christofle Material: silver, silver plate, metal, paper Technique: polished, silvered, metalw...

A handmade c. 1930 Sterling Silver Trunk Box by Fred Davis of Taxco, Mexico. This impressive box is in in the form of a trunk with applied bands of silver and fastened to the body wi...

Beautiful and unusual, Murano hand blown jet black with gold and silver flecks Italian art glass snail paperweight figurine. The piece has an original clear and gold label that reads “Vetreria Venier Murano...

Large baroque style sterling silver vase. The body of the vase has been masterfully embossed with shells, flowers and volutes, typical of the Baroque style. Still in the body of the ...

Sophisticated square box with hinged lid by WMF for Ikora Collection. Silver-plated Art Deco geometric shape, its interior is lined with cedar planks. A lovely black enamel banded mo...

Sterling silver photo frame. The frame was made in Italy by the Argenteria Raddi of Florence. The design is typically Libeerty with the characteristic flowers, festoons and ribbons...

A small Scandinavian Orchide or single flower vase made from Silver plated metal. Distinct art deco Clam-shell design and long lean neck. Hallmark present for electroplated silver. F...

Charming and finely crafted vase designed and manufactured in Taxco, Mexico by renowned silversmith Emilia Castillo in 1998. The piece showcases Castillo’s signature blend of porcela...

American Edwardian Art Nouveau sterling silver picture frame, ca 1900. Flat rectangular surround. On front, engraved leafing scrolls and flowers in dense, dynamic arrangement with ho...

A fine vintage signed Italian silver figurine or paperweight. By Ruzzetti & Gow. In the form of an apple clad in sterling silver. Marked to the base. Simply a wonderful Ruzze...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver and cherry wood based vase; an addition to our ornamental Asian silverware collection. This impressive antique Chin...

A pair of Victorian silverplate candlestick holders circa 1890. Fluted columns and gadrooned knops are decorated with shell and swag details. Dimensions per candlestick holder.

Octagonal table box in semi-precious tiger's eye stone with a hinged 925/1000 sterling silver hull. The interior of the lid is in black Belgian marble. Dimensions: 11.4 x 18.4 x 4 c...

Rectangular/octagonal table box in 925 silver. The box was completely handmade in Florence at the end of the last century. Engraved with floral and abstract motifs, it has been fin...

This unique bird figurine is a vintage sculpture by the renowned Italian designer Gabriella Binazzi. These mid-century pieces are characterised by their "hybrid" construction, combin...

Indulge in the timeless elegance of this 19th Century English Sheffield Silver Plate Tea Caddy, expertly framed with rich oak. This tea caddy represents a harmonious fusion of functi...

Semi-round and flattened 800 solid silver vase. The vase was completely handmade in Milan - Italy - by the silversmith "L'artigiano del cesello" for Arva...

This exquisite decorative silver plate box, crafted by the silversmith Riondet et Cie, Paris, France, circa 1960, is a fine example of its kind. The rectangular shape features a silv...

Hallmarked in London in 1899 by Henry Stuart Brown this handsome Victorian antique sterling silver cigar box is of a plain, rectangular form with a ...

Elegant handcrafted pill box made in Taxco, Mexico, circa 1970s. Created by Villalobos, this petite sterling silver box features a domed lid inlaid with iridescent abalone shell arra...

A magnificent, fine and impressive pair of antique German sterling silver presentation ornaments in the form of birds; part of our ornamental silverware collection These magnificent antique sterling silver presentation/table ornaments have been realistically modelled in the form of birds perched on branches. Each silver bird is ornamented with embossed and chased decoration, reproducing the details of the anatomical features and feathers. The branches are embellished with fine embossed and chased features replicating the natural bark and annual growth rings. The organic textured bases of the silver models stand to the original mahogany wood turned bases. The hallmarks struck to each base of these exceptional table ornaments include: Maker's mark: n (L. Neresheuner & Co) Importer's mark: BHM (Berthold Hermann Muller) Import mark: London, England Silver quality/purity mark: 925 (.925 sterling, 925/1000) Date mark: k (1925) Additional mark: Hanau marks These magnificent presentation silver...

A wonderful cut crystal star bottom / glass beveled top sterling silver 925 swag oval casket vanity dresser jewelry box.

Vintage Gucci Italian Metal Bird Desk Ornament or Paperweight This charming desk accessory is a vintage piece of home décor or paperweight by the renowned Italian luxury house, Gucci...

Hand blown Sommerso blue and clear Italian art glass vase on Sterling Silver base. Attributed to Seguso, Italy, 1950s. This eye-catching and colorful pulled centerpiece vase stands u...

A well made pair of vintage silver plate fighting cock / rooster sculptures, circa 1970s. The set is in very good vintage condition with a nice patina and measures 10"W x 5"D x 7"H....

This exquisite vintage metal box showcases the dramatic artistry of traditional repoussé, featuring intricate high-relief floral and acanthus leaf scrollwork that wraps around every ...

Beautiful silver plated bird sculpture with 0nyx eyes.

Very fine early 20th Century Austrian papillon glass vase of conical shape by Johann Loetz overlaid with a Secessionist silver geometric floral decoration and everted neck with slive...

Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the mid-19th century with our distinguished pair of Silver Plate Edwardian Period George III Style Three-Light Tableware Candelabra. This exceptio...

Elizabeth II sterling silver box. Made by Mappin & Webb in Birmingham in 1965. Rectangular with straight sides. Cover hinged with flat top and scalloped tab. Interior cedar-lined and...

Original octopus tureen in crystal and silver, handmade by Florentine silversmiths, the Lisi Brothers. The hyper realistic centerpiece is transformed into a tureen by adding a detach...

Wilhelm Kåge (1889-1960) is one of the most well-known representatives of the illustrious Swedish ceramic design of the 20th century. This piece is signed with sticker "Gustavsberg A...

A wonderful and most unusual Pot Pourri box made from solid English sterling silver fully hallmarked for Sheffield 1911 together with the makers mark for the top notch silversmith, W...

A fine pair of Mid-Century two-light table candleabra or candle holders. In sterling silver. Retailed by Cartier. Likely designed and manufactured by Abbiati Gioacchino fu Carlo f...

Quality pair of antique Victorian silver plated candlesticks having an outstanding quality pair of antique Victorian ornate silver plated candlesticks standing on ornate shaped round...

Scottish silver mounted tiger cowary shell snuff box, 1817. The hinged lid is inscribed with "W. Legget Stock Bridge 1817," surrounded a laurel wreath,...

Antique silver bowl small fruit basket with relief, openwork decorative object hallmarked sterling silver oval bon bon dish bowl intricate cut out ...

A dial rotary desk clock designed by Hermann Südfeld Co. This is a magnificent antique enameled rotary desk box-clock created in Vienna Austria at the silversmith workshop of Herman...

We are pleased to offer for sale a refined mid-20th century tabletop frame, an object that combines modern taste with a charming retro appeal. It makes a perfect gift for tennis enth...

Art Deco sterling silver picture frame. Made by Lebkuecher in Newark, ca 1920. Flat rectangular surround. On front, engine-turned vertical stripes, and horizontal oval (vacant); side...

For your consideration is this exquisite Art Deco miniature picture frame. What a lovely item this is, certainly can't be mistaken for any era can it. For those who love Art Deco or ...

Beautiful luxury picture frame in malachite and gold wash sterling silver. The picture window measure 3x2 inches. Marked in bottom as shown ,Made in Italy and (star) 391 FI , as Fir...

Large Bertoia Studios 10-Rod 'B-2700' Brass, Copper & Silver Sound Sculpture. A lyrical and musical sound sculpture with certificate of authenticity signed b...

This silver bowl of Mario Buccellati has an intense beauty and for this reason we can say that it can be a piece of art. The centerpiece is finely engraved, with details that reproduce the imprint of a leaf. On the back, we can see its feet that are made with the shape of two folded leaf. It is a really masterpiece of high Italian craftsmanship. The piece was made in 1980 but we can say that it is in excellent conditions. It has its original and elegant blu box...

George V sterling silver cigar box. Made by Barnard & Sons, Ltd in London in 1930. Rectangular with straight sides. Cover hinged and with tapering tab; top flap with engine-turne...

Elegant antique continental silver filigree box dating from the late 19th century. Beautifully handcrafted with intricate floral and scroll motif...

Sterling silver vase holder, completely handmade in Florence, Italy in the artisan silversmith workshop of Silver Fashion Silvan, The shape of the body is very rounded, hand-worked w...

Mario Buccellati, a rare and exceptional Italian silver goat circa 1940. Made in Milan Italy. Very fine quality and workmanship and very large in size. Measures: 12" high x 14" w...

Antique Egyptian Revival Art Deco enameled 800 grade silver gilt cloisonne enamel box, Italy, circa 1925. The hexagonal shaped lidded box having a hinged lid, decorated with a head o...

Black with white milk design Rectangular photo frame in 800/1000 silver gold plated with fire enamels. External cm. 13.4 x 17.4 Internal cm. 9 x 13. Weight gr. 199. Created in Art De...

Art deco La Captive travel-purse clock designed by Tavannes Watch Co. Beautiful and very unusual squeeze concealed "La Captive" travel-clock, created in Sw...

Round covered dish designed by Hermes. This is a very beautiful and highly decorative piece, created in Paris France by the luxury house of Hermes, back in the 1960. This useful des...