Antique Silver Cocktail Shakers
Although its origin can be traced back to 7000 BC in pre-Hispanic Mexico and South America, the cocktail shaker as we know it was actually invented in the mid 19th century in a tavern in London. It was during the 1920's, the prohibition era in the US, that cocktail shakers became more fashionable, and this coupled with stylish art deco design, makes cocktail shakers from this period the most sought after.
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L5135a : Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
Hallmarked In 1932
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1932 by Barker Brothers Ltd., this stylish, Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker, is in the Art Deco taste, featuring a pouring spout with removable cork stopper, and a cork stopper to the top. The cocktail shaker measures 9"(23cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) from handle to spout, and weighs 16.5 troy ounces.
£3,295
L7841 : Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
Hallmarked In 1926
Hallmarked in London in 1926 by George Betjemann & Sons, this handsome, George V period, Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker, is plain in design, and of traditional form. The cocktail shaker measures 9.25"(23.5cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) in diameter, and weighs 14.14 troy ounces.
£3,695
L8584 : Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker & Glasses Set
Made Circa 1928
Made circa 1928 by Maison Desny, this striking and sought after silver plate cocktail set is of a highly architectural Art Deco design. The set comprises a three-piece cocktail shaker and six cocktail coupes, all featuring strong geometric, conical forms and a polished surface. The cocktail shaker measures 10"(25.5cm) tall by 4.25"(11cm) in diameter. Each coupe measures 4.75"(12cm) tall by 2.75"(7cm) in diameter.
Maison Desny (1927-1933) was made up of René Mauny, the principal designer M. Desnet, staff designer Louis Poulain, and the financial backer M. Tricot. The house of Desny was recognised for its innovative and resolutely modern objects, including silverware and barware. Their aesthetic was heavily influenced by Cubism and Modernism, characterised by severe geometric forms and a preference for plain, highly polished surfaces of chromed or nickel-plated metal. Unfortunately, due to political instability in Europe and the death of M. Desnet, the firm closed in 1933
£29,975