WMF / Geislingen, Attributed Sheffield or Birmingham - 冰桶 (3) - 阿尔帕卡银镀层，金属镀银 - 专属冰服务套装

一套宏伟的三件式冰品服务套件，将德国工艺的卓越与英式设计的优雅结合。
本套件以无瑕的银镀白铜 finish 和出色的状态著称，非常适合收藏家，或在高雅活动的餐桌服务中增添格调。
-Origin: Europe
*Tray: German, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
*Ice Bucket: English, E.P.N.S. Electro-plated nickel silver, probably Sheffield or Birmingham
-Period: First half of the 20th century (approx. 1900-1940)
-Style: Classical
*Tray: Late Baroque/Rococo Revival
*Ice Bucket: Victorian Revival with strong influences from late 19th-century Eclecticism, combining a classical structure with naturalistic ornamentation.
-Material
*Ice Cube: Silver-plated Alpaca (EPNS = Silver-plated Alpaca. The electroplating technique was patented in Birmingham, England, in 1840 by Elkington & Co. From there, it became the British industry standard for pieces that imitated sterling silver at a lower cost.)
*Tray: Silver-plated Metal (WMF) [probably silver-plated alpaca or silver-plated brass]
-Technique
*Electroplated, embossed, and hand-engraved
-Marks/Stamps
*Tray: WMF stamp (used between 1900 and 1925) engraved on the smooth center rim.
*Ice Bucket: Marked "EPNS" on the inner rim of the base.
*No stamp was found on the tongs
-Ornamentation and Details of the Pieces
*Tray: Manufactured by the prestigious German firm WMF, it features an elegant lobed design, with six concave sections shaped like petals or shells that converge at a smooth, circular center, and with a finely detailed decorative rim. On one of its upper lobes, it displays a monogram with stylized letters engraved with great artistic precision, in a highly ornamental interlaced calligraphy style, typical of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
*Ice Bucket: A piece with a movable handle, of English origin, made in the shape of a cup or flared chalice, resting on a conical circular base. It features profuse decoration achieved through engraving or chiseling. The motifs are primarily botanical, with stylized acanthus leaves and flowers reminiscent of chrysanthemums or dahlias in an almost "folk" or artisanal style.
*Tongs: Functional and robust design, with "claw"-shaped ends to ensure a perfect grip on the ice.
-Dimensions
1. Ice Bucket
Height with handle: 25.5 cm
*Opening: 12.5 cm
*Base diameter: 8.7 cm
*Height without handle: 16 cm
2. Tray
*Diameter: 27 cm | Height: 5 cm
3. Tongs: Length: 18.3 cm
Condition and Versatility
-Condition: The set is in good condition, with signs of use and damage consistent with its age and as shown in the photos.
-Versatility: Beyond its functional use as a formal ice bucket, the tray can be used independently for serving appetizers or pastries, while the ice bucket works perfectly as a bottle cooler or as a striking centerpiece.
This set represents a unique opportunity to acquire pieces from the renowned house of WMF along with an exquisitely ornamented English icebox, guaranteeing durability and distinction.
Registered shipping with tracking number and/or insurance.