hallmark: Phillip Ashbury & Sons, Sheffield, England
between 1890s- 1910s
provenance: from a Tjabang Atas Peranakan mansion in East Java
One of the most opulent examples of silver table wear made in the turn of the century.
A milk glass butter dish housed in an ornate silver holder with a handle, dome and butter knife.
The rim of the holder is decorated with acanthus leaves, on each base of the handles mythological heads, lobed dome with a stylised flower knob. A rare find in excellent condition with original glass dish.
Height: 18.5 cm
Width: 21 x 18 cm
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