Heres is a stylish set of 12 hand-hammered American sterling silver cocktail glasses.
They have long stems and the elegance of their nicely-proportioned shapes has been accentuated by the unusual, and nicely-crafted, hand-hammering.
This ripples pleasingly across the surfaces of the bowls and the bases, causing a gently-shimmering effect which is extremely attractive.
A discreetly incised line encircling each base is the only other decorative touch, the pleasing shapes and the craftsmanship o... Click for details
This is a very handsome super-sized sterling silver goblet masterfully decorated in a combination of acid-etching and repousse work with birds, floral swags and a mounted horseman.
The design on the body of the goblet consists of 4 separate panels which have been formed by beautifully-etched swags separated by lovely and finely-detailed repousse roses.
The central panel shows a bearded man wearing a plumed hat and brandishing a saber as he gallops along with his horse.
This fierce fellow is f... Click for details