c1911 William Comyns British sterling silver potpourri box reticulated jewelry

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c1911 William Comyns British sterling silver potpourri box reticulated jewelry:
$465.00

c1911 William Comyns British sterling silver potpourri box reticulated jewelry. Weight and measurements in pictures, a zillion times nicer than the pictures suggest. Amazing work of art with no damage or significant wear. Lightweight cloth liner.William Comyns & Sons was one of the most notable London silversmithing firms of the Victorian and Edwardian periods, renowned for its exceptional decorative silverwork. William Comyns founded the company in 1858, following his apprenticeship with George J. Richards. He initially operated from the former premises of silversmith Robert Tagg at 2 Carlisle Street, Soho, London, where he registered his first makers mark (W.C in a four-tipped oval) in 1859.The firm quickly gained recognition for its finely crafted silverware, particularly elaborate dressing table sets, vanity boxes, and pictorial repoussé work. As demand grew, Comyns expanded operations, acquiring additional premises on Beak Street and Regent Street. In 1885, his sons, Charles and Richard, joined the business, leading to its renaming as William Comyns & Sons.Comyns silverware was retailed by some of the worlds most prestigious firms, including Tiffany & Co., The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company, and leading London retailers such as Henry Lewis and Howell & James. Among its most distinctive creations were silver and tortoiseshell pieces featuring delicate piqué work, a technique of inlaying fine silver patterns into tortoiseshell. These, along with jewellery boxes, toiletry sets, clocks, and other objets dart, were crafted in ornate Victorian and flowing Art Nouveau styles, highly prized for their intricate designs and exceptional quality.Following William Comyns death in 1916, his sons navigated the challenges of World War I. After Charles passed away in 1925, the firm became a limited liability company under Richard Comyns. The firm survived through the interwar years and continued producing high-quality silverware. In 1953, Bernard Copping acquired the company, but it changed hands multiple times in the following decades. William Comyns & Sons eventually ceased trading and was formally liquidated in 1987.Despite its closure, Comyns silverware remains highly collectible, admired for its refined craftsmanship and historical significance in British take the time to examine all of the photos which should show the measurements of the item and typically it will be shown on a scale in one of the photos. I am offering very clean pre-owned estate fresh jewelry. These are curated collections from the Estate Fresh Austin website where we only offer the top 5% or so of what goes through our hands. Thank you for looking and considering. I am extremely grateful for you taking the time to look at and consider my items, but again please know your size and look at our pictures that show the size before ordering as returns are a really big deal.
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