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English 1880s silver-plated Cornucopia spoon warmer

Offered by: Valerie Wade

Description
England, c. 1880s, silver plated, in the form of a large shell on a circular base, the slim lid lifting to reveal a small compartment inside.

The Victorians used these as spoon warmers, but would make a perfect dressing table accessory.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Silver plated, in the form of a large shell on a circular base, the slim lid lifting to reveal a small compartment inside.
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use
Creation Date:	1880s
Styles / Movements:	Other, Art Deco, Modern
Dealer Reference #:	AV1033
Incollect Reference #:	300327

Dimensions

W.	6.3 in;	H.	5.91 in;	D.	3.94 in;
W.	16 cm;	H.	15 cm;	D.	10 cm;

Message from Seller:

For the last thirty years, Valerie Wade has been supplying interior decorators, architects and fashion designers with her unique mix of furniture, lighting and objects. Ranging seamlessly from the 1920s to the 1980s, the collection is peppered with international names; Paolo Buffa, Oswaldo Borsani, Venini, Jean-Michel Frank, Marcel Breuer, Karl Springer, Steve Chase and Cedric Hartman. Unnamed pieces are chosen on aesthetics, function and wit.

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