Rare Art Deco Sterling Silver Champagne Stirrer (925) with Art Deco Cocktail Glass – Portable Folding Design – c. 1930–1940 An elegant and unusual Art Deco sterling silver champagne stirrer, fully hallmarked 925 silver, accompanied by a matching Art Deco cocktail or champagne coupe. The stirrer features a clever telescopic folding mechanism, allowing the flexible wire arms to retract completely into the cylindrical handle. When closed it measures only 7.2 cm, making it compact enough to fit comfortably in a pocket or evening bag. Extended, it measures approximately 12 cm long with a spread of about 6 cm, 6 gram. Originally intended for gently stirring Champagne Cocktails, sparkling wine or other mixed drinks, the flexible wire arms distribute the ingredients without excessive agitation, helping to preserve the bubbles. Such portable cocktail accessories became fashionable during the Art Deco period (circa 1925–1935), reflecting the era's fascination with elegant travel accessories, refined cocktail culture and ingenious mechanical design. The accompanying Art Deco glass perfectly complements the stirrer. It measures approximately: Height: 15 cm Rim diameter: 11.5 cm Foot diameter: 8.5 cm The silver stirrer is beautifully finished with finely engine-turned linear decoration and retains its elegant proportions. The retractable construction is both practical and highly decorative. Condition Both the sterling silver stirrer and the glass are in good vintage condition with normal light signs of age and use. The retractable mechanism functions correctly. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description. Dimensions Sterling silver stirrer (closed): approx. 7.2 cm Sterling silver stirrer (extended): approx. 12 cm Maximum spread: approx. 6 cm Handle diameter: approx. 0.5 cm Glass: 15 cm high × 11.5 cm rim × 8.5 cm foot Catawiki smart shipping services, insured and well packed.