1920s Antique Sterling Silver Coffee Jug

Name: 1920s Antique Sterling Silver Coffee Jug
Brand: Omar Ramsden
Price: 5949.19 USD
Availability: InStock

$5,949.19

About

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver coffee jug; an addition to the silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique George V English sterling silver coffee jug has a rounded rectangular form to a spreading foot. The surface of this Omar Ramsden coffee jug has a planished finish and is encircled with an applied moulded girdle, in addition to applied moulded decoration to the upper rim. This fine example of antique silverware is fitted with the original hallmarked domed hinged cover which retains the original and impressive hallmarked, cast sterling silver finial modelled in the form of a winged angel figure holding a vacant shield shaped cartouche. This exceptional coffee jug is fitted with the original carved painted wood angular handle accented with a tapering sterling silver lower socket and unusual silver bracket style support to the upper portion. The plain truncated spout is embellished with a continuation of applied moulded decoration from the upper rim. The cast silver spreading foot is encompassed with further convex bands, reflecting the ornamentation to the upper rim. This exceptional and rare silver coffee jug was crafted by the collectable and renowned silversmith Omar Ramsden and bears the Latin engraving 'Omar Ramsden Me Fecit' - Omar Ramsden made me to the underside. Condition This 1920s coffee jug is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition. The interior of the coffee jug has been professionally cleaned and is ready for use. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the body, in addition to part hallmarks to the interior of the cover and finial are all very clear. Dimensions Length from back of handle to tip of lip 16.9cm/6.7" Width 8.6cm/3.4" Height 16.2cm/6.4" Weight 15.1 troy ounces/468g Maker: Omar Ramsden Date: 1929 Origin: London, England Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this Omar Ramsden coffee jug.

Details

Creator
Omar Ramsden (Maker)
Dimensions
Height: 6.4 in. (16.26 cm)Width: 3.4 in. (8.64 cm)Depth: 6.7 in. (17.02 cm)
Materials and Techniques
Silver,Sterling Silver
Place of Origin
United Kingdom
Period
1920-1929
Date of Manufacture
1929
Condition
Please see main description.
Seller Location
Jesmond, GB
Reference Number
Seller: A98311stDibs: LU1200219026992
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