Charleston, SC
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A fine and beautiful pair of Victorian sterling silver salts circa 1865. Each square in form and decorated in a … Read more A fine and beautiful pair of Victorian sterling silver salts circa 1865. Each square in form and decorated in a Renaissance Revival Style with winged cherubs surrounded by scrolling vines and flowers. Between the cherubs are two types of facial masks, the first a female with projecting hair and the second, a male with a head draped with an animal skin hood. The salts rest on ionic capitals which form the feet. They are stamped " English Sterling". The maker is John Wendt of New York. The number 469 also appears. The interiors retain the original gilded surface. Condition is very good. Dimensions: Height 1 13/16", Width 2 1/2". Weight: 6.92. See less
- Dimensions
- 2.5ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 1.81ʺH
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Sterling Silver
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Condition is very good. Condition is very good. less
Charleston, SC