An exceptional, fine and impressive large antique Victorian English sterling silver scent flask; an addition to our collection of Victorian silverware.
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask has an asymmetrical elongated shell-shaped form.
Each surface of the flask is embellished with impressive graduating fluted decoration, emanating from the lower point.
The side of the shoulder is ornamented with a contemporary engraved crest of a bird.
This Victorian silver scent flask retains the original compressed circular screw fit cover, ornamented with further wrythen fluted decoration.
The cover opens to reveal the original gilding and glass stopper.
The rim to the interior bears the retailer''s mark ''Thornhill & Co, Bond St. W''.
This exceptional sterling silver flask is the largest and finest of its type you could hope to acquire.
This large Victorian fluted silver flask is remarkable for its craftsmanship and scale.
... A distinguished gift for milestone birthdays, retirements or collectors of exceptional antique silver.
Condition
This antique silver flask is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
The flask has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.
Full hallmarks struck to the neck of this silver scent flask are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the superior gauge of silver.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this Victorian flask.
Dimensions
Width 5.6cm/2.2''
Height 19.5cm/7.68''
Depth 3.6cm/1.42''
Weight
7.7 troy ounces/238.4g (excluding glass stopper)
Maker: Horton & Allday
Date: 1889
Origin: Birmingham, England
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Internal Reference: C9321
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1159499
Dateline of this antique is 1880
Height is 19.5cm (7.7inches)Width is 5.6cm (2.2inches)Depth is 3.6cm (1.4inches)
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