Articulated Silver Swordfish, c.1940 Ceramics & Glass

Articulated Silver Swordfish, c.1940 Ceramics & GlassA fine articulated of silver swordfish of good proportions, c. 1940 50. Spanish. Spanish silver pentagram hallmark to one fin (. 915 silver) and maker's hallmark to the other. For use as a letter opener, note spike or simply as a desk ornament. The fish is finely made with excellent attention to detail throughout, boasting two green cabochon eyes. The articulation is in perfect working order. A fantastic thing. Dimensions Length: 27. 5cm Depth: 5. 5cm

Silver gilt interior with clear hallmarks to the lid rim

every other two of which with a brushed effect which plays wonderfully with the light

The work is very well executed with great verve

Both have screws verso

II) - 1855

The bon bon dish is extremely attractive with a foliate border and base

almost on the cusp of a smirk

Width: 15cm (plinth only

A charming cased pair of novelty silver napkin rings in the form of belts

the windows have a remarkable appearance of glass

and form were created solely with glass

On 24 January 1907