Unger Brothers Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Clothing Lint Brush

Silver : Antique : Vanity, Dresserware

 

Rare Unger Brothers signed sterling silver Art Nouveau clothing lint brush, a Victorian era vanity item for the dresser table. High repousse floral pattern with handle. The tool measures 5-1/2" total length x 2-5/8" wide x 3/8" depth. Hallmarked on the edge "Sterling 925 Fine" with double Unger Brothers hallmark in two places, the edge of the brush, and on the edge of the handle. Has a small initial "B" on one side only. In excellent condition with a few very minor dings, has not been cleaned and retains its original age tarnished patina. Circa 1900. $6.95 US ship/insure.

About the maker: * Unger Brothers- Newark, NJ. The wonderful Art Nouveau designs of Unger Brothers were inspired from the famous art work of Alphonse Mucha. For detailed information see the image area where you will find the full reference from *The Glitter & The Gold- Fashioning America's Jewelry- The Newark Museum.

Item ID: UB2