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Antique Indian Solid Silver Wirework Compote Circa 19th Early 20th Century
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Antique Indian Solid Silver Wirework Compote Circa 19th Early 20th Century

19th century
Sold 15 October 2026 · Bushells Antiques
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Antique Indian solid Silver Wirework Compote Circa 19th Early 20th Century

This exquisite antique silver compote or pedestal basket showcases intricate hand-crafted wirework, creating a delicate yet sturdy open lattice design. The elegant flared rim and pedestal base are adorned with detailed filigree and decorative borders, reflecting the fine craftsmanship of early Indian, European, or Middle Eastern silver artisans.

A stunning decorative piece, perfect for flowers or as an elegant centerpiece in any fine silver collection.

Item Details:

Material: Solid silver

Design: Intricate wirework with a finely detailed pedestal base

Origin: Likely Indian, European, or Middle Eastern, 19th – early 20th century

Condition: Excellent antique condition with a natural patina

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A rare and collectible piece, ideal for antique silver collectors, lovers of fine decorative arts, or as a refined addition to any elegant home décor.

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Indian Silver Wirework Compote to the 19th Century.

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Antique Indian solid Silver Wirework Compote Circa 19th Early 20th Century
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This exquisite antique silver compote or pedestal basket showcases intricate hand-crafted wirework, creating a delicate yet sturdy open lattice design.
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The elegant flared rim and pedestal base are adorned with detailed filigree and decorative borders, reflecting the fine craftsmanship of early Indian, European, or Middle Eastern silver artisans.

fig 1. An antique Indian solid silver compote featuring an intricate openwork wirework body on a decorated pedestal foot.
fig 1. Antique Indian Solid Silver Wirework Compote Circa 19th Early 20th Century

A stunning decorative piece, perfect for flowers or as an elegant centerpiece in any fine silver collection.

Item Details:

Material: Solid silver

Design: Intricate wirework with a finely detailed pedestal base

fig 2. An antique Indian solid silver compote featuring an intricate openwork wirework body on a decorated pedestal foot.
fig 2. Antique Indian Solid Silver Wirework Compote Circa 19th Early 20th Century

Origin: Likely Indian, European, or Middle Eastern, 19th – early 20th century

Condition: Excellent antique condition with a natural patina

Width: [Insert width] cm | Height: [Insert height] cm | Weight: [Insert weight] grams

A rare and collectible piece, ideal for antique silver collectors, lovers of fine decorative arts, or as a refined addition to any elegant home décor.

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Indian Silver Wirework Compote to the 19th Century.

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An antique Indian solid silver compote featuring an intricate openwork wirework body on a decorated pedestal foot.
Antique Indian solid Silver Wirework Compote Circa 19th Early 20th Century
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  • ObjectDecorative Bowls
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Indian
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsWirework lattice, Pierced rim, Pedestal foot, Openwork body

This antique Indian solid silver wirework compote, dating from the nineteenth to early twentieth century, takes the form of a decorative pedestal bowl in the Anglo-Indian style. The solid silver piece displays a polished silver tone combined with warm golden highlights across the vertical wirework body. A flared, wide rim features delicate pierced openwork decoration, while the central vessel consists of slender vertical wirework forming an open lattice structure. Below, a pedestal foot rests on a wide circular base decorated with intricate pierced patterns, repeating motifs, and fine mouldings. The antique object exhibits a natural tarnish and patina across its detailed surfaces. Measuring approximately 25 cm in width and 20 cm in height, the compote sits comfortably on a dining table or sideboard top as a decorative centrepiece. Collectors of fine silver display the decorative vessel as a standalone ornamental object or utilise the pedestal basket to hold floral arrangements within traditional and eclectic interiors. The piece integrates into dining rooms, living spaces, and studies as a focal point for decorative arts displays.

A compote, or tazza, is a raised pedestal dish designed to hold fruit, sweetmeats, or decorative items. Wirework silver compotes from the 19th and early 20th centuries featured intricate lattice and filigree patterns crafted by skilled silversmiths, often originating from regions in India renowned for metalwork.

Colonial Indian silver objects were constructed using solid silver or silver alloy. Artisans employed complex hand-filigree, pierced scrolling, and delicate soldering techniques to create structural wirework patterns on raised footed bases.

Authentic pieces often display minor variations consistent with hand-smithing, high-grade silver content that may lack standard Western hallmark stamps, and precise solder joins along intricate wirework lines. Period oxidisation and subtle surface wear on the pedestal rim are key indicators.

Position the compote as a focal point on a sideboard or dining table to highlight its structural pattern. It can be displayed unadorned to showcase the metalwork or filled with neutral decorative elements like dried botanicals.

Dust regularly with a soft brush to reach crevice details. Clean gently using warm water and mild liquid soap, avoiding chemical dip cleaners that can strip historical oxidisation and patina from deep wire recesses.
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