This exceptional antique Edwardian sterling silver fruit basket has an oval shaped form onto an oval swept wirework style foot.

The body of this impressive sterling silver basket is comprised of wirework loops accented with an applied pierced decorated border.

The body and foot are encompassed with applied bands of thread decoration to the rims.

This Edwardian basket is fitted with a fine and impressive hallmarked swing handle, ornamented with an oval shaped wirework design.

The plain oval shaped central well of this large basket is unembellished.

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This antique fruit basket is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

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

Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the basket and part hallmarks struck to the handle 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 Edwardian silverware.

Height to top of handle 27.5cm/10.8"

Height to rim 11cm/4.3"

Length 35.5cm/14"

Width 25cm/9.8"

31 troy ounces/964g