Description - Late 19th century solid silver desk blotter cover with stunning hand pierced and embossed decoration in the Art Nouveau manner, with draping orchids, flower heads, trellis and C-scrolls
there is a central cartouche which has the engraved name "Emile
securely mounted on leather and hardwood
could be repurposed as a decorative wall hanging etc
Fully hallmarked with the leopards head for London assay, the lion passant indicating 925 grade solid sterling silver, the date letter "U" or the year 1895 and the maker's mark "W.C" which is William Comyns & Sons
Condition - Silver is in very good condition, there is a dent to the cartouche, which can be pushed out
none of the openwork seems to be damaged
the leather is very tired.
Images part of both the description and condition report
Dimensions & Weight - approx 29cm long x 23cm wide
total gross weight is 456 grams, including wood.
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