ANTIQUE 19thC VICTORIAN CELLINI SOLID SILVER PAIR OF WINE COASTERS c.1885
19th Century Victorian Impressive "Cellini" Silver pair of wine bottle coasters, the pattern is so called in honour of Benvenuto Cellini, the sculptor and goldsmith of the 16th century, considered the greatest of all time. The coasters are beautifully decorated with the typical masks, animals, strap-work, scroll handle, overflowing grape cornucopias on realistically modelled lion paw feet. The center is engraved with a sharp family crest "Hon op Pi etas" belonging to the Waters family. Hallmarked English silver (925), London, year 1885 (K), Maker's mark S.S for Stephen Smith & Son.
DESCRIPTION
Antique 19th Century Victorian Impressive "Cellini" Solid Silver pair of wine bottle coasters, the pattern is so called in honour of Benvenuto Cellini, the sculptor and goldsmith of the 16th century, considered the greatest of all time. The coasters are beautifully decorated with the typical masks, animals, strap-work, scroll handle, overflowing grape cornucopias on realistically modelled lion paw feet. The center is engraved with a sharp family crest "Hon op Pi etas" belonging to the Waters family. Each piece is Hallmarked English silver (925 Standard), London, year 1885 (K), Maker's mark S.S (Stephen Smith & Son, 35 King St).
CONDITION
In Great Condition - No Damage, Just General Wear.
Size
Height (Each): 9cm
Width (Each): 19 x 16cm
Total Weight: 1000g