Description
This refined vanity jar or inkwell, crafted by the esteemed Adie Brothers Ltd, showcases the timeless elegance of mid-20th-century British design. The piece features a beautifully cut crystal body, adorned with precise, geometric patterns that reflect light with dazzling brilliance.
The sterling silver lid, hallmarked with the Birmingham assay marks and the maker's mark of Adie Brothers Ltd, adds a touch of sophistication. Its polished surface leaves areas for custom engraving, consistent with the streamlined aesthetic of the 1950s.
Versatile in its function, this piece could serve as a vanity jar for powders or small items or as a stylish inkwell for a well-appointed desk. Its blend of practicality and beauty makes it an appealing addition to collections of antique or vintage sterling silver and crystal accessories. A piece of timeless charm and quality craftsmanship, perfect for display or use.
3.75" w x 3.375" h.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Minor wear commensurate with age and use.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
The sterling silver lid, hallmarked with the Birmingham assay marks and the maker's mark of Adie Brothers Ltd, adds a touch of sophistication. Its polished surface leaves areas for custom engraving, consistent with the streamlined aesthetic of the 1950s.
Versatile in its function, this piece could serve as a vanity jar for powders or small items or as a stylish inkwell for a well-appointed desk. Its blend of practicality and beauty makes it an appealing addition to collections of antique or vintage sterling silver and crystal accessories. A piece of timeless charm and quality craftsmanship, perfect for display or use.
3.75" w x 3.375" h.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Minor wear commensurate with age and use.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Minor wear commensurate with age and use.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
3.38 x 3.75 x 3.75 in
Adie Brothers Ltd, Sterling Silver & Crystal Vanity Jar or Inkwell C. 1955
Estimate $400-$890
Starting Price
$200
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Heirloom Interiors: The Fall Edit
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