Small Arts and Crafts hammered-silver footed basket with a handle by Geo Connell

Description

Small Arts and Crafts hammered-silver footed basket with a handle. The bowl stands on a circular stepped foot and is numbered 711 on the underside. The handle is finely chased and worked. This charming bonbon dish was hallmarked in Birmingham in 1916 by Geo. Connell. The hallmarks are clear, and the piece is in excellent original condition—a beautiful example.

History

Connell’s was a highly regarded firm which was situated at 83 Cheapside from 1845 until it went into voluntary liquidation in 1939, probably as a result of the outbreak of war. Connell’s of Cheapside have been described as “pioneers of modern artistic silverware” (Pudney, Silver Society Journal 11), one of the few traditional London dealers that promoted the Arts and Crafts movement. Much of their silver was produced by WH Haseler, William Hutton & Sons and AE Jones.

Condition Excellent original condition with very clear hallmarks

Dimensions Approximate height 9cm width 10 cm

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