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Rare Italian Bullet Recipe Cocktail Shaker - C.1940
Puckerings
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Rare Italian Bullet Recipe Cocktail Shaker - C.1940

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Puckerings
Description

A magnificent vintage Italian cocktail shaker in silver and gold plate dating to c.1940.

Shaped in the form of a bullet, The body is made up of two components, gold plated on the inside and silver plated on the outer wall; choose your desired cocktail and the recipe shows through the little windows.

Beautifully refurbished in our silversmith's workshop, restoring it to it's former glory. The underside is signed with a makers mark (Bird) and Argentato (silver).

A superb and rare example in excellent condition standing 9 3/4" tall and 3 3/4" in diameter.

Item: 44206

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Physical Dimensions
Height
24.8cm (9.76")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Declaration

Puckerings has dated this Bullet Recipe Cocktail Shaker to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA966136
Dealers Internal Reference
44206
Dealers Notes

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Description
A magnificent vintage Italian cocktail shaker in silver and gold plate dating to c.1940.

Shaped in the form of a bullet, The body is made up of two components, gold plated on the inside and silver plated on the outer wall; choose your desired cocktail and the recipe shows through the little windows.

fig 1. A bullet-shaped silver-plated cocktail shaker featuring a rotating brass band and cut-out windows displaying recipe ingredients.
fig 1. Rare Italian Bullet Recipe Cocktail Shaker - C.1940

Beautifully refurbished in our silversmith's workshop, restoring it to it's former glory. The underside is signed with a makers mark (Bird) and Argentato (silver).

A superb and rare example in excellent condition standing 9 3/4" tall and 3 3/4" in diameter.

Item: 44206

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Height
24.8cm (9.76")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Bullet Recipe Cocktail Shaker to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA966136
Dealers Internal Ref
44206
Puckerings
Puckerings
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A quality online collection of fine english antique smalls with free worldwide shipping from london, england

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A bullet-shaped silver-plated cocktail shaker featuring a rotating brass band and cut-out windows displaying recipe ingredients.
Rare Italian Bullet Recipe Cocktail Shaker - c.1940
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A bullet-shaped silver-plated cocktail shaker featuring a rotating brass band and cut-out windows displaying recipe ingredients.
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Mechanical and novelty cocktail shakers emerged during the Art Deco era of the late 1920s through the 1940s. Sleek aerodynamic shapes, such as rockets and bullets, captured the modern industrial movement, while built-in recipe dials provided practical mixology measurements for home entertaining.

Mid-century cocktail shakers were predominantly crafted from silver-plated brass, nickel plate, or stainless steel. Internal dials and accent details often incorporated gilded brass or contrasting metals to highlight cocktail names and liquid measurements.

Authentic period shakers generally exhibit makers stamps or country of origin marks on the base. They feature substantial weight, precision-engineered metal cut-outs, smooth rotation mechanisms, and period-specific font typography on the ingredient dials.

Position the shaker on a lacquered tray, dark timber sideboard, or metal bar cart alongside crystal glassware and antique decanters. Polished metal pieces add a sculptural, reflective element to modern living spaces and dining rooms.

Wash gently by hand using mild soapy water and a non-abrasive soft cloth, avoiding prolonged immersion to protect internal mechanics. Apply a specialist silver polish periodically with a flannel cloth to prevent tarnish and preserve the original luster.
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