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Sampson Mordan Silver Owl Menu Holders (pair)
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Reference: S1456
Period: Edward VII
Year: 1905
Silversmith: Sampson Mordan & Co
Place: Chester
Price: $ 350.00
Weight: 42 grams
Dimensions: 3.5 cm height, 3.2 cm diameter.
Condition: Excellent, small split to feathers of one owl.
Description: A lovely pair of collectable Sampson Mordan silver owls, for use as place or menu holders. The owls have lovely detail, and the hallmarks are very clear on both. Each owl is lovely quality, as is usual for Mordan items. Each owl has 2 original amber glass eyes, each with a small and large pupil.
Sampson Mordan became famous for producing high quality, innovative novelty items, which enjoyed wide appeal. The firm existed between 1823 and 1941.
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Sampson Mordan Silver Owls
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Mordan owls - detail
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Rear
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Hallmarks
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Scale
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