Antique Gorham Co. Sterling Silver Bonbon Basket d.1914 (4.6oz)

Antique Gorham Co. Sterling Silver Bonbon Basket d.1914 (4.6oz) (H)4.75in. x (L)7in. x (W)5.75in. An exquisite Antique that will garner attention, admiration, and praise, one can't help but be impressed by this Sterling Basket. The Antique Sterling Bonbon Basket is unique in respect to its Era, fore it incorporates vestiges of Art Nouveau, while ushering into Art Deco; all of which culminate to create this captivating Antique. The Antique Basket is of American origin. It's a product of the infamous: GORHAM CO. of Providence, Rhode Island (est.1831) and has a Stamped date of production for the year of (1914). The Antique Basket is comprised of: thick, heavy, quality, polished, reticulated, (Gorham), [.925], Sterling Silver. As noted, the Antique is styled in accordance with (late) Art Nouveau & (early) Art Deco; perhaps best defined as Edwardian. The decorative nature of the reticulated design allows for: bold, bright, light, to refract and illuminate against the polished Sterling Silver; which enables for an optimum, optical, display. Although intended for Bonbons, the Basket is capable of holding a variety of candy, confectionery, or sweet-treats. An embossed, Beaded, perimeter, circumscribes the Basket, lending to its aforementioned bold & vivid decor. Despite the advanced age of the (109) year old Antique, the Sterling Basket is in terrific condition. A dusting of Patina aids in accentuating the Sterling; as does the polished, buffed, surface. Thus, creating mirror-like effects. The Antique Bonbon Basket is Hallmarked with the Gorham Stamp; indicating the [.925] Sterling Silver content & ensuring its authenticity too. The Antique Gorham Co. Sterling SIlver Bonbon Basket is stored in a: dry, secured, environment, and will be a coveted addition to one's collection of Antique (Gorham) Sterling Silver for use and decorative display.

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Silver:Sterling:[.925]:Gorham