Asprey London Massive Modernist Decorative Vase In Solid 925 Sterling Silver
Silver vase designed by Asprey of London.
A gorgeous oversize spherical decorative vase, created in London England by Asprey. It was crafted with modernist patterns in very fine solid .925/.999 sterling silver and decorated with hammered and high polished finishes.
Weight: 1558 Grams (998.71 Dwt)
Measurements: 230 mm by 230 mm by 248 mm (9.05 x 9.05 x 9.75 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with British control marks; the Lion cartouche for the assay and guaranty of the .925 silver, the mark for the city of London, the letter K for the year of production 2009, the maker;s mark A associated to Asprey Ltd and signed, "ASPREY LONDON".
Asprey, was established in England in Mitcham, Surrey, in 1781. 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 167 New 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 specialty was dressing cases. Asprey crafted traditional cases and designs, mostly in leather, suitable for the new style of travel ushered in by railways.
As the business grew, the company acquired manufacturing facilities and hired silversmith, goldsmith, jewelers and watchmakers. In the 1920's, commissions poured in from around the world, from American millionaire J. P. Morgan to potentates such as the Maharaja 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 and humidor boxes became collectable amongst young sophisticates who delighted in its other modern products, including travel clocks, safety razors and automatic pencil sharpeners.
Collateral: It is accompanied by The designer's care storage pouch.
Condition: The overall condition of this vase is good. Beside the normal wear, there is no damage to the silver. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D022723MNCR/46.19
