This magnificent antique George V sterling silver vase has a plain baluster form.

The lower portion of the body of this covered vase is embellished with exceptional chased alternating overlapping leaf designs.

This impressive trophy/vase is fitted with a magnificent pair of cast handles, realistically modelled in the form of ram's heads.

Each handpiece is composed from the ram's horns conjoining with the upper waisted portion of the body and the lower socket modelled in the form of the figure's fur chest.

This magnificent example of 1920s silverware retains the original push fit hallmarked cover, ornamented with further foliate decoration to the domed portion and surmounted with an impressive cast acorn style finial.

The piece is supported by a circular swept pedestal foot, to a plain square base.

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This antique sterling silver vase is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The piece has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.

The chased and case decoration is very crisp.

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the body and part hallmarks to the sleeve of the cover are all very clear; hallmarks are deeply struck and sharp due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique silverware.

Length across handles 22cm/8.7"

Width of base 13cm/5.1" square

Height 38cm/15"

70.2 troy ounces/2183g