The earliest known use of a vase for holding flowers is seen in Ancient Egypt, although these vases were basic in design and shape. During the Ancient Greek and Roman times vases became more decorative, and some extraordinary examples were created. Silver vases became popular during the 19th Century, associated with luxury and wealth, and were considered highly fashionable items for the homes of the European social elite. 20th Century Art Nouveau, Arts and Crafts and Art Deco examples are highly sought after.
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Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1922 by William Neale & Son Ltd., this handsome pair of Sterling Silver Vases, are plain in style, featuring scroll borders around the rim and reed detailing to the body. Each vase measures 9"(23cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) in diameter and the pair together weigh 13.1 troy ounces.
£595
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1908 by Gorham Manufacturing Co., this very attractive pair of Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Vases, are hexagonal in shape, and feature art nouveau engraving. Each vase measures 7"(18cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) wide and deep, and together they weigh 9.2 troy ounces.
£595
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1889 by Elkington & Co., this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Vase, features Art Nouveau influenced flat chased decoration to the body, and a gilt interior. The vase measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) in diameter and weighs 5.82 troy ounces.
£645
Hallmarked in London in 1902 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this very attractive, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Vase, has octagonal panelling, a shaped border to the foot and rim, and a pierced top. The vase measures 11.75"(32.5cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) in diameter and weighs 15 troy ounces.
£645
Made circa 1900 by Wang Hing, this handsome pair of Antique Chinese Export Silver Vases, are of traditional form, decorated with a dragon motif. Each vase measures 7.25"(18.5cm) tall, by 2.75"(7cm) in diameter.
£695
Hallmarked in London in 1997 by Garrard & Co., this handsome, Sterling Silver Vase, is plain in design, and stands on a stepped base. The vase measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) in diameter, and weighs 8.1 troy ounces.
£695
Hallmarked in London in 1889 by Henry Stratford, this attractive pair of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Vases, feature swirled half fluting, gadroon borders to the bases, and plain tops. Each vase measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) in diameter and together they weigh 15.7 troy ounces.
£975
Hallmarked in London in 1971 by Christopher Lawrence, this stylish, Mid Century Sterling Silver Vase, features bark effect detailing, and original gilding. The vase measures 8"(20cm) tall, by 2.25"(6cm) diameter, and weighs 9.4 troy ounces.
£975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1909 by Walker & Hall, this charming Antique Sterling Silver Suite of a Pair of Vases and a Tazza, feature pierced decoration around the rims, and are presented in their original box.
Each vase measures 9"(23cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) in diameter. The tazza measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep.
The box measures "(15cm) tall, by 13.5"(34cm) wide, by 11.5"(29cm) deep.
£1,175
Hallmarked in London in 1897 by Charles Stuart Harris, this attractive pair of Antique Sterling Silver Vases, feature chased decoration to the bodies and reed details. Each vase measures 9"(23cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) in diameter, and together they weigh 21.8 troy ounces.
£1,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1910 by James Dixon & Sons, this handsome pair of Antique Sterling Silver Vases, are plain in design, and of a larger than usual size. Each vase measures 12.5"(32cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) in diameter, and they are filled for balance.
£1,975
Made circa 1880, this striking, Victorian, Antique Silver Plate Centrepiece, stands on Ram horn legs, and features a varicoloured glass dish and trumpet vase. The centrepiece measures 22"(56cm) tall, by 17"(43.5cm) wide, by 9"(23cm) deep.
£2,275
Hallmarked in London in 1903 by William Hutton & Sons, this attractive pair of Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Vases, feature chased floral and vine decoration to the bodies, and scroll handles. Each vase measures 11"(28cm) tall, by 6"(15.5cm) from handle to handle and the pair together weigh 42.2 troy ounces.
£3,475
Hallmarked in London in 1880 by Stephen Smith, this large and impressive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Vase, is in the Etruscan style and features wonderful chased decoration throughout. The vase measures 17.25"(44cm) tall.
£4,675