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Antique Silver Plate Triple Shell Shaped Biscuit Box Circa 1900
$1,973.13
£1,450
€1,694.55
CA$2,728.55
A$2,970.69
CHF 1,586.26
MX$35,860.92
NOK 19,942.07
SEK 18,548.45
DKK 12,657.46
About the Item
This is a beautiful antique Victorian triple clam shell shaped silver plated biscuit box bearing the makers mark IFS for the renowned silversmith Israel Freeman
Sons Ltd and Circa 1900 in date.
The scalloped biscuit box features a rounded triangular pyramid scalloped shell shaped body which is supported by a decorative twig frame raised on hoof feet and surmounted by a cherub.
The magical box opens simultaneously in three parts to reveal three hinged compartments.
This container could house anything from sweets to biscuits, trinkets or earrings. Whatever you choose to store in this lovely item you are sure to do it in style.
Condition:
In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation of condition.
Dimensions in cm:Height 27 cm x Width 22 cm x Depth 22 cm
Dimensions in inches:Height 11 inches x Width 9 inches x Depth 9 inches ISRAEL FREEMAN
SON LTD
Sheffield
Working in London at the beginning of the 20th century and moving to New York City in the 1920s. The company was still in business in NYC in 2006 and being run by a mother/daughter team. According to their website (now closed), the mother/daughter are descendants of Isaac Freeman and, at the time, were still selling small silver items (information courtesy Michael Asbill)
Our reference: A4806
- Dimensions:Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Width: 8.67 in (22 cm)Depth: 8.67 in (22 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
- Condition:
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: A48061stDibs: LU950647359102
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