Dressing table set - .925 silver

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Inés Fernández
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Specialised in Spanish and Portuguese silver with over 10 years in galleries and auctions.

Estimate  € 280 - € 330
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Description from the seller

Guilloché enamel, a decorative technique involving engine-turned patterns beneath a translucent layer of enamel, gained significant popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This intricate method was often applied to precious metals like silver and gold, adorning items ranging from jewelry and snuff boxes to writing instruments and personal grooming tools. Its appeal lay in the combination of precise mechanical artistry and the lustrous, colorful finish of the enamel.

Silverware and personal grooming sets have a long history, evolving from purely functional objects to expressions of status and personal style. During the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods, in particular, silversmiths and enamelists collaborated to create exquisite pieces that blended traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. Such sets were often presented in fitted cases, enhancing their perceived value and making them desirable gifts or personal acquisitions.

This set is made of solid 925 Silver and then blue enamel handles whereas the upper parts are silver plated.

Guilloché enamel, a decorative technique involving engine-turned patterns beneath a translucent layer of enamel, gained significant popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This intricate method was often applied to precious metals like silver and gold, adorning items ranging from jewelry and snuff boxes to writing instruments and personal grooming tools. Its appeal lay in the combination of precise mechanical artistry and the lustrous, colorful finish of the enamel.

Silverware and personal grooming sets have a long history, evolving from purely functional objects to expressions of status and personal style. During the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods, in particular, silversmiths and enamelists collaborated to create exquisite pieces that blended traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. Such sets were often presented in fitted cases, enhancing their perceived value and making them desirable gifts or personal acquisitions.

This set is made of solid 925 Silver and then blue enamel handles whereas the upper parts are silver plated.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
145 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Enamel, Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
23 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
GreeceVerified
38
Objects sold
85.71%
Private

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