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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vase by Robert Hennell IV

$6,805.46
£4,950
€5,823.08
CA$9,317.02
A$10,438.07
CHF 5,433.01
MX$127,115.70
NOK 69,209.24
SEK 65,175.58
DKK 43,468.55
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This magnificent antique Victorian sterling silver vase has a plain circular baluster form. The body of this antique silver vase is encompassed with four exceptional and large engraved stylised floral motifs. The motifs are flanked with an impressive bright cut engraved volute scroll border and fret band. The swept neck of the vase is embellished with further engraved motifs, in addition to pensile drop decorated borders and circular designs. The rounded upper portion is encompassed with a stylised leaf decorated border to an applied egg decorated border to the upper rim. This impressive trophy/vase is fitted with an exceptional pair of embossed handles accented with vertical pale decoration to the lower portion. The piece is supported by a circular swept pedestal foot accented with a further pensile drop decorated border, in addition to a fret band to the circular rounded base. The rim of the vase bears the retailer's mark 'Dobson & Sons 32 Piccadilly, London'. This magnificent presentation vase was crafted by the renowned London silversmith Robert Hennell IV. Condition This antique sterling silver vase is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The piece has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. The engraved decoration is very crisp. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the body are all very clear; hallmarks are deeply struck and sharp due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this magnificent sterling silver vase by Robert Hennell IV. Dimensions Diameter of body 21.6cm/8.5' Height 46.7cm/18.39' Weight 49.1 troy ounces/1527.8g Date: 1869 Origin: London, England Item ref SKU C7961 A video is available upon request.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.39 in (46.72 cm)Diameter: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1869
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C79611stDibs: LU1200234447442

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