ANTIQUE ENGLISH SILVER PLATE SWING HANDLE CAKE BASKET, c. 1850

Description

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This listing is for an elaborate antique English Silver Plate footed s
wing handle cake basket by Thomas Wilkinson, c. 1850
.  This b
eautiful basket has a flower finial in center of handle and features six elaborately chased embossed fl
oral medallions with pierced accents on the outer body in high relief and flowers with fine engraved details.
Measures 2 7/8" high at bowl, 8 1/4" high at handle, bowl is 11" in diameter and base is 4 1/2" in diameter. Weighs
1.10 pounds
.
Marked with pseudo English hallmarks with marker's stamp "T. W." for Thomas Wilkinson. Hallmarks appear on upper edge of interior.
This stunning basket is in excellent condition with no noted damage.
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Antiques & Moore
have been in the Antiques business for over 30 years and try to describe our items as accurately as possible.  Although all sales are considered final, if there is an error in our description or a problem with our item, we will issue a full refund of the purchase price if contacted within 3 days after receipt of item, however, please note that we can not refund shipping charges.  We are happy to answer any questions and always appreciate your business!