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Large Antique Polish Solid Silver Pierced Respousse Bread Basket / Bowl
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Large Antique Polish Solid Silver Pierced Respousse Bread Basket / Bowl

19th century
Description

This is a large lovely repousse silver basket it is heavily pierced and decorated in the rococo style, with a wide lacy border with plentiful flowers, flourishes, and scrolls and plain In the center,

This is a large piece and measures about 12-1/4 inches (32 cm) in diameter by 2 1/2 inches (6.5 cm) Tall. This piece is in excellent condition, and is fully hallmarked with a polish silver mark and The 800 mark. Total weight is 596 Grams (19.16 oz)

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

Bushells Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Bread Basket to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA698809
Dealers Internal Reference
4563
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Description
This is a large lovely repousse silver basket it is heavily pierced and decorated in the rococo style, with a wide lacy border with plentiful flowers, flourishes, and scrolls and plain In the center,

This is a large piece and measures about 12-1/4 inches (32 cm) in diameter by 2 1/2 inches (6.5 cm) Tall.

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This piece is in excellent condition, and is fully hallmarked with a polish silver mark and The 800 mark.
Bushells Antiques

Total weight is 596 Grams (19.16 oz)

Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Bread Basket to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA698809
Dealers Internal Ref
4563
Bushells Antiques
Bushells Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

Fine art, porcelain, jewellery, silver, clocks, pictures, oriental objects d’art and furniture

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A circular antique solid silver bread basket featuring intricate hand-pierced fretwork, repousse floral swags, and a contoured scalloped rim.
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Archive I A circular antique solid silver bread basket featuring intricate hand-pierced fretwork, repousse floral swags, and a contoured scalloped rim.

Large Antique Polish Solid Silver Pierced Respousse Bread Basket / Bowl

Archive II A circular antique solid silver bread basket featuring intricate hand-pierced fretwork, repousse floral swags, and a contoured scalloped rim. View II
Archive III A circular antique solid silver bread basket featuring intricate hand-pierced fretwork, repousse floral swags, and a contoured scalloped rim. View III
Archive IV A circular antique solid silver bread basket featuring intricate hand-pierced fretwork, repousse floral swags, and a contoured scalloped rim. View IV
Archive V A circular antique solid silver bread basket featuring intricate hand-pierced fretwork, repousse floral swags, and a contoured scalloped rim. View V
Archive VI A circular antique solid silver bread basket featuring intricate hand-pierced fretwork, repousse floral swags, and a contoured scalloped rim. View VI
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A circular antique solid silver bread basket featuring intricate hand-pierced fretwork, repousse floral swags, and a contoured scalloped rim.
Large Antique Polish Solid Silver Pierced Respousse Bread Basket / Bowl
Ref: SA698809
A circular antique solid silver bread basket featuring intricate hand-pierced fretwork, repousse floral swags, and a contoured scalloped rim.
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  • ObjectSilver Baskets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeo-Rococo
  • MaterialSolid Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced fretwork, Floral swags, Scalloped rim, Scroll motifs
  • SizeH 6.5 cm (3 in) x W 32 cm (13 in)

This nineteenth-century Neo-Rococo solid silver bread basket takes a circular form with a contoured scalloped rim and a plain flat centre. The wide border exhibits intricate hand-pierced fretwork, repoussé floral swags, flourishes, and scroll motifs, finished in a bright polished silver colour. Visible details include crisp cut-outs across the lacy openwork rim, relief-moulded blossom garlands, and clear hallmarking stamped on the metal surface. The dimensions measure 6.5 cm in height by 32 cm in width. Position this decorative bowl upon a dining table as a centrepiece, or place it on a sideboard to serve breads, fruits, or small pastries during gatherings. The reflective silver surface brings a classic decorative touch to traditional interior settings while offering a functional vessel for everyday or ceremonial dining use.

FAQs

A pierced repousse silver basket is a decorative tableware vessel crafted by hammering metal from the reverse side to create raised relief patterns, combined with hand-cut openwork perforations to create detailed geometric or floral lace-like designs.

Traditional silver baskets are constructed from solid sterling or high-grade continental silver. Metalsmiths employ saw-piercing techniques to cut out lattice sections and repousse hammering to produce three-dimensional motifs such as swags, flowers, and foliage.

Authentic pieces feature punched hallmarks or makers marks indicating silver purity, city of origin, or artisan stamps. Additionally, genuine hand-pierced and hand-chased silver shows minute variations in pattern thickness and subtle tool marks on the reverse.

Place the basket as a focal point on a dark wood dining table, marble sideboard, or kitchen island. It can remain empty to highlight its intricate fretwork or hold fresh citrus fruit and greenery for organic contrast.

Clean gently with a soft cloth and a non-abrasive silver cream formulated for antique metals. Avoid harsh chemical dips or dishwasher use, and store in tarnish-inhibiting cloth bags when not on display.
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