George V Silver Dressing Table Box, Birmingham, c.1920

An elegant George V silver circular dressing table box, dating to circa 1920.

The box features a dark cover within a finely shaped scalloped silver border, delicately inlaid in silver piqué work with a neoclassical foliate wreath and ribbon ornament. The circular silver body is raised on three decorative cabriole legs, giving the piece a particularly attractive profile.

The hinged cover opens to reveal a cushioned interior. Hallmarked to the silver body for Birmingham, with maker's and date marks.

A charming early 20th-century dressing-table accessory, combining silver, tortoiseshell and delicate piqué decoration.

Dimensions: 4 cm high × 6 cm diameter

Weight: 85 g gross

Date: c.1920

Period: George V

Assay office: Birmingham

Condition: Good antique condition overall, with surface wear, light scratching and tarnishing consistent with age and use. Please refer closely to the photographs for the condition of the tortoiseshell, silver mounts, interior and hallmarks.