Silver Overlay

Antique magnifying glass, ca 1900. Tapering mother of pearl handle overlaid with silver scrollwork. Circular lens in metal frame. Handle marked “sterling”. Nice condition.

Length: 11 in. Lens diameter: 4 in. #BM975

Art Nouveau iridescent glass vase with silver overlay. Made by Alvin in Providence, ca 1900. Bellied bowl with conical neck and wide mouth. Glass is gold. Floral silver overlay: a ring of big blooms joined by crisscrossing leaves. Hallmark includes no. 74. Very good condition with subtle shimmering and rich patina.

Dimensions: H 6 1/4 x D 5 1/2 in. BM698

American Art Nouveau iridescent glass vase with silver overlay, ca 1900. Ovoid with ruffled rim. Glass is greenish-purple. Applied to front is symmetrical abstract ornament. A fine turn-of-the-century design. Unmarked. Nice shimmering and patina.

Dimensions: H 4 7/8 x W 3 x D 3 in. BM701