An elegant early 20th Century sterling silver set of salts and spoons, comprising of four salts and four spoons. The salts of circular form with beautifully shaped rim and repousee decoration. The spoons decorated profusely throughout with scroll and foliate motifs, this gorgeous set is stored within a fitted leather case with silk lined interior. Dated Birmingham, 1916, by Nathan and Hayes.
George Nathan & Ridley Hayes
George Nathan and Ridley Hayes were silversmiths who entered their first joint mark in 1897 in Birmingham. They were particularly known for their Arts & Crafts interpretation of early English silver - producing tea sets and caddies, bowls, baskets, salts and desk sets. They traded under the name Nathan & Hayes and had premises in both Birmingham and Hatton Gardens in London.
Dimensions:
H: 1 in / 2.5 cm W: 1.75 in / 4.4 cm D: 1.75 in / 4.4 cm
Stock Reference No: A2484