Art, Gold & Silver, Primitives & Rare Books
Lot 122:
Description
Elegant English sterling silver handled basket by the renowned firm Mappin & Webb, Sheffield & London. This finely crafted example features a pierced and chased gallery with foliate decoration, a shaped rim, and a graceful swing handle rising above a circular bowl set on a pedestal foot. The underside bears the M&W maker’s mark along with English sterling hallmarks confirming manufacture by the prestigious Mappin & Webb silversmithing house, long recognized as one of England’s most respected luxury firms. The basket weighs 578 grams of sterling silver, equivalent to approximately 372 pennyweight (dwt) or 18.58 troy ounces. Measuring approximately 9.25 inches in diameter and 3.75 inches tall, this piece would have originally served as a fruit, sweetmeat, or dessert basket. Condition shows light surface wear consistent with age and use. A handsome and substantial English sterling silver serving basket that displays beautifully and offers strong appeal to both collectors and precious metal buyers.
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