Modern sterling silver leaf compote. Made by Poul Petersen in Montreal. Hand-hammered leaf with raised leaves and scalloped edges mounted to open stem comprising four leaves alternating with four pods turned-down on domed foot. C-scroll handle with applied leaf and stem terminating in pod mounted to curling under-leaf. A fine piece by the legendary Jensen-trained silversmith who emigrated to Canada in 1929. Hallmarked. Fine condition.

Dimensions: H 8 1/2 x W 7 1/2 x D 7 in. Weight: 19 troy... Click for details

Austrian Jugendstil casket in 800 silver. Rectangular with straight sides, flat hinged cover, and splayed block supports. Sides and cover paneled. Ornament stylized and curvilinear. Sides have corner flowers between whiplash lines. Cover has straps terminating in three-leaf flowers. Box and cover interior gilt. A desirable fin-de-siecle period piece. Hallmark includes maker’s initials HS. Fine condition. There is a keyhole but no key.

Dimensions: H 3 1/2 x W 6 x D 4 1/8 in. Weight: 15... Click for details

Japanese Meiji silver and enamel tea caddy, ca 1900. Drum form with stippled top, short neck, and snug-fitting cover. Applied wisteria heightened with green, purple, and white enamel. A beautiful piece with practical use: Interior plug keeps precious leaves fresh. Signed with Japanese characters and turtle in triangle. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 4 1/4 x D 2 1/2 in. Gross weight: 6 troy ounces. #BN442

Hand-hammered sterling silver 3-piece vanity set. Made by Georg Jensen in Copenhagen. This set comprises hairbrush, comb, and hand mirror. Brush is elongated oval and mirror is circular. Mirror glass beveled with beaded border. Both brush and mirror have “stitched” rim terminating in volute scrolls. All pieces have raised single flower and leaf-capped ends. Postwar hallmarks include nos. 79 (brush) and 79B (mirror and comb). Very good condition with fresh bristles, clear glass, and... Click for details

Pair of George III sterling silver goblets. Made in Edinburgh in 1809. Each: Bowl has plain top with engraved armorial and gadrooned bottom. Armorial includes Latin motto Esse quam videri (To be, rather than to seem). Bowl interior gilt. Substantial vessels for special occasions and ceremonies. Hallmarked with maker's initials WM (possibly William Marshall). Good condition.

Dimensions: H 6 1/2 x D 4 in. Total weight: 19.3 troy ounces. #BQ381

Set of 7 Art Deco sterling silver nut dishes. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1929. Each: Four curved sides with molded rim and concave corners. Engraved single letter monogram B. Hallmark includes date symbol and no. 2080. Four have Philadelphia retailer’s stamp Bailey, Banks & Biddle. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 3/4 x W 3 1/8 x D 2 1/4 in. Total weight: 4.5 troy ounces. #BQ322

Playful sterling silver elephant bowl, ca 1920. Round and shallow on 3 elephant supports. The beasts are mid-stride with exuberantly raised trunks. Hallmarked Watson, an American novelty maker. Hallmark includes no. A612. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 1 1/4 x W 5 1/8 x D 4 1/4 in. Weight: 3.3 troy ounces. #BQ320

Smart sterling silver serving tray. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1923. Circular with well and molded rim. Hallmark includes pattern no. 20220 (first produced in 1923) and director’s letter m (1907-47). Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 3/4 x D 13 in. Weight: 27.9 troy ounces. #BP347

Classical sterling silver bowl. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1952. Well is solid and oval and sides have pierced scrolls and quatrefoils. Rim has c-scrolls and scallop shells at ends. A pretty piece in the traditional style. Hallmark includes date code and no. 1998. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 2 1/8 x W 8 1/2 x D 5 1/8 in. Weight: 3.7 troy ounces. #BQ283

Pair of sterling silver hurricane lamps with glass shades. Made by Gorham in Providence. Each: Sterling silver low candlesticks with raised floral ornament. Threaded and pierced mount (also sterling silver). Clear glass shade with diaper ornament. Candlestick hallmarked with no. 889 for Victorian pattern. Condition: Each candlestick has visible dents. Sold as is.

Dimensions: H 14 3/8 x D 4 1/2 in. Candlesticks weighted. #BN517

Art Deco clear glass decanter with silver overlay. Conical bowl, cylindrical neck, and flat everted rim. Stopper tapering and hexagonal with short plug. Interlaced geometric ornament with circles and hexagons. Vacant rectangular frame. Also vacant is stopper top. Hallmarked. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 8 3/4 x D 3 7/8 in. #AO554

English Georgian sterling silver box with sweet pastoral scenes. Rectangular with reeded and hinged cover. Low-relief landscapes including a steepled church, turreted castle, and bridge. Hallmarked with silver standard, date letter, and George III duty stamp. Good condition with nice period wear and rubbing.

Dimensions: H 1 5/8 x W 3 5/8 x D 2 3/8 in. Weight: 4.4 troy ounces. #BM865