A Victorian Solid Silver Basket with Floral Chasing - William Morton & Sons 1898

Name: A Victorian Solid Silver Basket with Floral Chasing - William Morton & Sons 1898
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA845884
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Artisan Antiques

Description

This wonderful Victorian solid silver basket was made by silversmith William Morton & Sons of Sheffield in 1898.

The basket features intricate floral chasing on the interior with an alternating background between plain and stippled sections that cover the sides of the basket, leaving the centre to be unembellished.

The handle of the basket features a collapsible swing handle with a dual-banded structure with three beads in between the two bands.

The bowl of the basket has flared sides with a practical amount of space, ideal for holding flowers, fruits or berries on your dining table or as part of your interior decor.

Four beaded feet support the basket and raise the entire profile by a slight amount.

Solid silver baskets were traditionally used by servants who would carry food to serve the owners of wealthy households, however, later on, such baskets were often also used to hold flowers as the 'flower girls'/'junior bridesmaids' would scatter the petals in a celebratory manner.

Full set of English hallmarks are clearly marked on the interior of the basket.

An attractive, ornate and practical piece of English antique silverware - ideal for multiple practical uses such as interior decoration with flowers or as an indulging manner to enjoy some fruits/cakes/berries of your choice.

SIZE

Size (mm) L:225mm W:180mm H:60mm (180 inc handle)

Size (inches) L:8.85 W:7.08 H:2.36 (7.08 inc handle)

Weight: 342 grams (12.06 oz)

CONDITION

Excellent Condition - The basket is in excellent antique condition with no damage or issues. Please refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

18cm (7.09")

Width

22.5cm (8.86")

Depth

18cm (7.09")

Declaration

Artisan Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA845884

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Description

This wonderful Victorian solid silver basket was made by silversmith William Morton & Sons of Sheffield in 1898.

The basket features intricate floral chasing on the interior with an alternating background between plain and stippled sections that cover the sides of the basket, leaving the centre to be unembellished.

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The handle of the basket features a collapsible swing handle with a dual-banded structure with three beads in between the two bands.

Artisan Antiques

fig 1. A Victorian Solid Silver Basket with Floral Chasing - William Morton & Sons 1898

The bowl of the basket has flared sides with a practical amount of space, ideal for holding flowers, fruits or berries on your dining table or as part of your interior decor.

Four beaded feet support the basket and raise the entire profile by a slight amount.

fig 2. A Victorian Solid Silver Basket with Floral Chasing - William Morton & Sons 1898

Solid silver baskets were traditionally used by servants who would carry food to serve the owners of wealthy households, however, later on, such baskets were often also used to hold flowers as the 'flower girls'/'junior bridesmaids' would scatter the petals in a celebratory manner.

fig 3. A Victorian Solid Silver Basket with Floral Chasing - William Morton & Sons 1898

Full set of English hallmarks are clearly marked on the interior of the basket.

An attractive, ornate and practical piece of English antique silverware - ideal for multiple practical uses such as interior decoration with flowers or as an indulging manner to enjoy some fruits/cakes/berries of your choice.

fig 4. A Victorian Solid Silver Basket with Floral Chasing - William Morton & Sons 1898

SIZE

Size (mm) L:225mm W:180mm H:60mm (180 inc handle)

Size (inches) L:8.85 W:7.08 H:2.36 (7.08 inc handle)

Weight: 342 grams (12.06 oz)

CONDITION

Excellent Condition - The basket is in excellent antique condition with no damage or issues. Please refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail.

fig 5. A Victorian Solid Silver Basket with Floral Chasing - William Morton & Sons 1898

FREE SHIPPING

Artisan Antiques offers a Global Free Shipping Service with discreet packaging and delivery. We will always ensure you receive the item and see the delivery through to the end.

All parcels are insured - all shipping liabilities other than import/customs duty, are covered by Artisan Antiques.