Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver ‘Half Doll’ Pin Cushion By Saunders & Shepard 1921
A charming and quite rare to find antique pin cushion in the form of period ‘half doll’ lady with quite beautiful features and detailing.
Crafted from Sterling silver and fully hallmarked for assay in Birmingham and manufacture by Cornelius Saunders & Francis Shepard, and date letter stamped for 1921.
Fully detailed to both front and verso, her serene and delicate face is quite lovely, exquisitely formed waves and chignon frame the face beautifully, a bowed bodice, and her hands crossed at the waist hold a charming fan.
The ruffled tiered skirt in blue fabric is in lovely condition with only very slight fading due to age.
This lovely piece by an excellent maker will be an asset to any serious swearing enthusiasts collection.
STONES
None
MEASUREMENTS
Tall - 8cm
Base - Approximately 5cm ‘round’
WEIGHT
29.4 Grams
MARKS
Full UK hallmarks for Birmingham, Lion Passant, ‘W’ date letter for 1921
Makers marks - Cornelius Saunders & Francis Shepard
CONDITION
Very good to excellent antique condition. Patina to Sterling Silver, no dents, dings or repairs. Hallmarks clear and crisp. ‘Original’? fabric to skirt in very good condition, slight discolouration due to age, no tears or frays.
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