Antique Sterling Silver Novelty Box by Asprey\'s 1909
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Antique Sterling Silver Novelty Box by Asprey\'s 1909:
$1213.97
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Regent Antiques has been trading in London for three decades.
We specialise in English and Continental antique furniture, silver and porcelain.
Our main markets are Europe and North America and we export worldwide.
This is a rare anddelightful antique Edwardian English solid sterling silver stamp / mini jewel box with hallmarks for London 1909 and the makers mark of the world renowned retailer and silversmith,Asprey's of Bond Street, London and the patent registrationRD549313.
The box is in the form of a serpentine commodewith two lift up hinged tiers, a gilt interior and standing on square legs.
The quality and craftsmanship are superb, as to be expected with Asprey's.
It is a lovely piece which can be a special gift.
Condition:
In excellent condition with clear hallmarks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 4.5 x Width 6 x Depth 4.5
Dimensions in inches:Height 1.8 x Width 2.4 x Depth 1.8
Asprey was established in England in 1781 and founded as a silk printing business by William Asprey, it soon became a luxury emporium. In 1841, William Asprey's elder son Charles went into partnership with a stationer located on London's Bond Street. In 1847 the family broke with this partner and moved into 167New Bond Street, the premises Asprey occupies today.
From its central London location Asprey advertised 'articles of exclusive design and high quality, whether for personal adornment or personal accompaniment and to endow with richness and beauty the table and homes of people of refinement and discernment.' An early speciality was dressing cases. Asprey crafted traditional cases and designs, mostly in leather, suitable for the new style of travel ushered in by railways. The main competitors at the time wereH.J. Cave & Sons. Asprey was recognised for its expertise when it won a gold medal for its dressing cases at theInternational Exhibitionof 1862 but lost out to its rivals,H.J. Cave & Sonsin 1867.
The company consolidated its position through acquisitions. In 1859 Asprey absorbed Edwards, an award winning maker of dressing cases and holder of a Royal Warrant. The company also purchased the Alfred Club at 22 Albemarle Street, which backed on to theNew Bond Streetstore and meant that Asprey now had entrances on two of London's most fashionable streets.
In 1862, Asprey was granted a Royal Warrant byQueen Victoria. ThePrince of Wales, later to be crownedEdward VII, granted another Royal Warrant. In 1953, for the coronation ofElizabeth II, Asprey paid homage with the Asprey Coronation Year Gold Collection, which featured a dessert, coffee and liqueur service in 18-carat gold and weighed almost 27 pounds. In April 1953, it went on show in theNew Bond Streetstore and subsequently toured the United States.
As the business grew, the company acquired manufacturing facilities and Ernest Betjeman, the father of the distinguished poetJohn Betjeman, one of the most highly regarded craftsman and designers of his day.
In the twenties, commissions poured in from around the world, from American millionaireJ. Pierpont Morganto potentates such as theMaharaja of Patiala, who commissioned a huge teak travelling trunk for each of his wives in which each trunk was fitted with solid silver washing and bathing utensils with waterspouts of ornate tiger head and lined with blue velvet. Asprey cigarette cases became collectable amongst young sophisticates who delighted in its other modern products, including travel clocks, safety razors and automatic pencil sharpeners.
Asprey Jewellery
Asprey has a tradition of producing jewellery inspired by the blooms found in English gardens. Over the decades jewelled interpretations of flowers have evolved to include the Crown Daisy, Rose, Calla Lily and Lily Pad collections. The master diamond cutterGabi Tolkowskycreated the Asprey cut. The cushion cut gave Tolkowsky options for incorporating the Asprey "A" inscription around the edges of the stone. The result was the 61-facet Asprey cut, maximising light refraction to brilliant effect. The shape of the Asprey cut means that the cutting process can be done only by hand, unlike many other stones that involve machine cutting.
Asprey Leather - the women's collection of clutches and handbags, such as those featured in the 1781 collection, come from crocodile, python and ostrich. The men's collection includes wallets, cardholders and travel watch cases crafted from lido, calf or alligator. Other items include the briefcases andbackgammonboards.
Asprey Silver - offers classic and whimsical contemporary silver pieces – such as the saltcellar fashioned to look like a cement mixer or the wheel barrow salt holder with accompanying shovel spoon. Asprey also produce children's gifts, including tooth boxes, picture frames and rattles.
Other Asprey products include books, trophies and Asprey Polo.
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Antique Sterling Silver Novelty Box by Asprey\'s 1909:
$1213.97