The ‘ice trade ‘ began in the US In 1806, with ice shipments reaching England during the 1830’s. However ‘ice houses’, used to store food on large estates, had been recorded in England from around 1660, with the idea presumably coming from Europe around this time. During the 20th Century factories were developed in England to produce artificial ice. Silver Ice Buckets from before this would have been considered expensive luxuries, and are highly sought after, as are Art Deco designs.
Hallmarked In 1938
Hallmarked in London in 1938 by Hukin & Heath, this handsome, Glass & Sterling Silver Ice Bucket, is in the Art Deco taste. The ice bucket measures 5"(12.5cm) tall excluding the handle, by 5"(12.5cm) in diameter.
£1,175
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Hallmarked In 1937
Hallmarked in London in 1937 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this handsome, Sterling Silver Ice Bucket, is bucket shaped, featuring reed detailing, and a removable drainer. The ice bucket measures 5"(12.5cm) tall (excluding the handle), by 5.25"(13cm) wide, by 4.75"(12cm) deep, and weighs 15.8 troy ounces.
£2,475
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