Salt and pepper shakers (3) - .925 silver

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Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
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Selected by Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini

Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.

Estimate  € 230 - € 280
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Description from the seller

Here is a charming set of three antique Irish sterling silver condiment vessels, crafted circa 1920 in Dublin, hallmarking the distinctive Celtic charm and craftsmanship of early 20th-century Irish silverwork. The trio comprises a larger spherical open salt cellar or mustard pot with a hinged lid and bird finial handle, alongside two smaller matching egg-shaped shakers—one featuring multiple piercing holes for pepper (or fine salt) and the other likely for salt or spice—with delicate perforated domes and small knop or bird-form finials. Standing on subtle pedestal bases, these pieces exhibit a classic ovoid/egg form popular in the period, with smooth, polished surfaces that highlight the warm patina of genuine .

Here is a charming set of three antique Irish sterling silver condiment vessels, crafted circa 1920 in Dublin, hallmarking the distinctive Celtic charm and craftsmanship of early 20th-century Irish silverwork. The trio comprises a larger spherical open salt cellar or mustard pot with a hinged lid and bird finial handle, alongside two smaller matching egg-shaped shakers—one featuring multiple piercing holes for pepper (or fine salt) and the other likely for salt or spice—with delicate perforated domes and small knop or bird-form finials. Standing on subtle pedestal bases, these pieces exhibit a classic ovoid/egg form popular in the period, with smooth, polished surfaces that highlight the warm patina of genuine .

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
40 g
Silver type
.925 silver
No. of items
3
Country of Origin
Ireland
Material
Silver
Style
Art Deco
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
6 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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Private

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