Dramatic sterling silver seafood serving bowl. Made by Buccellati in Italy. Two joined scallop-shells bowls on scallop-shell supports. A traditional form enlivened by the figure of an octopus squatting in the center, its curled and tangled legs draped over the bowls. A graphic contrast between the scales and suckers of the octopus and the controlled and stylized ornament on the shells. Very original. Beautiful craftsmanship. Fully marked including “Buccellati” stamp and post-1967 Italian mar...

Pair of American sterling silver and glass swan bowls, ca 1920. Each: Clear glass with plain oval well. Sterling silver mount in form of wings that wraparound the rim and s-scroll neck terminating in pointed bill. Beautiful delineated plumage that continues on glass tail. Graceful table ornaments for your next dinner party. Marked “Sterling 2”. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 3 3/4 x W 5 1/8 x D 3 in. #BT619

Large sterling silver scallop shell bowl. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1941. Elongated form and dynamic flutes. Rests on 2 balls. Fully marked including date code and no. 42606. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 1 1/2 x W 7 3/8 x D 9 in. Weight: 11 troy ounces. #BI136

Pair of Modern sterling silver heart bowls. Made by Tiffany in New York. Elongated form and pierced and molded arched handle inset with volute scrolls and beading. Rests on 4 ball feet. Sleek and no-frills design. For the controlled romantic. Fully marked including pattern no. 22898 and director’s letter M (1947-56). Very good condition.

Overall dimensions: H 1 5/8 x W 10 5/8 x D 7 in. Total weight: 21 troy ounces. #BT812

Pair of Neoclassical-style gilt sterling silver tea urns. Each: Ovoid bowl on raised foot mounted to round base. Cover domed with knopped top terminating in bud finial. Swags and acanthus leaves as well as beading and leaf and dart. Fluted spout with carved leaf twist tap (one in black and one in white). Traditional vessels revved up with scaly and entwined snake handles. One marked “Sterling Silver” and the other marked “Sterling”. Very good condition with rich color.

Dimensions: H ...

Pair of sterling silver leaves. Each: Veined with twisted and irregular tips. Pretty ornaments for desk or dresser. Marked “Federico / Buccellati / 925F” with post-1967 Italian mark “1169 MI”. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 1/2 x L 3 5/8 x W 3 1/2 in. Total weight: 1.6 troy ounces. #BW639

Pair of American Edwardian glass and sterling silver candlesticks, ca 1920. Each: Faceted glass socket with flat rim mounted to same tapering shaft with relief diaper and faceted base. Raised and sterling silver foot. Marked “S819 / Sterling / 58 PWTS.” Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 13 3/8 x D 4 1/2 in. #BV876

American Edwardian Regency sterling silver centerpiece bowl, ca 1910. Deep and tapering bowl, and turned-down, pierced, and scrolled rim with garlands, leaves, and flower-inset pelta shields. Foot raised with engraved leafing scrolls and flowers. Fully marked including Black, Starr & Frost stamp, phrase “Exclusive Design”, and no. 3559. Very good condition with deep patina.

Dimensions: H 7 1/2 x D 12 1/4 in. Weight: 39.5 troy ounces. #BW192

Adams-style sterling silver centerpiece bowl on plateau. Made by Black, Starr & Frost in New York, ca 1890.

Bowl: Curved and steeply tapering with turned-down rim and domed foot. Plateau: Octagonal and domed on corner bracket supports. Curvilinear frames and Adams-style ornament in form of garlands, beribboned wreaths, scallop shells, and volute pilasters. Bowl has loose-mounted wreath rings. A sumptuous adaptation of late 18th-century design.

Hallmarks include no. 53/7779 and phrase Exclus...

Two pairs of American gilt sterling silver open salts and pepper shakers. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Each salt: Hemispheric bowl with hoof supports. Each pepper: Baluster with 3 hoof supports; cover domed with ornamental piercing and ball finial. Fully marked including maker’s stamp and postwar pattern nos. 23246 (peppers) and 23247 (salts). Very good condition with nice toning. Dimensions: Salt: 1 1/8 x D 2 1/4 in. Pepper: H 4 3/4 x D 1 7/8 in.

With: Two English gilt sterling silve...

Early gilt-washed sterling silver sauce bowl on stand with butler finish. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Round and tapering bowl with gilt interior and raised foot. Side handles in form of post inserted with short perpendicular column and mounted with stylized leaves. Classical rim. Engraved presentation: “W.B.K. Jr from W.B.K. Sr / Newark N.J. / April 29, 1871.” Stand round with well and same rim. A fine Greek Revival piece that incorporates Aesthetic influence. Union Square hallmarks...

Midcentury Modern sterling silver decanter set. Retailed by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Sterling silver frame with central pole on shaped base between two round and open wells. Pole has sliding mechanism with hinged hasp and bracket handle to which are mounted two decanter covers. The covers descend on two ovoid bottles with cut diaper ornament, and sterling silver collar. With lock and key.

Stand marked “Tiffany & Co. / Sterling Silver” and numbered S1625. Bottle collars marked “Sterling...

Japonesque sterling silver centerpiece bowl. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1877. Hemispheric with wavy rim; round and stepped foot. Exterior has applied and acid-etched ornament heightened with gilding and engraving: Leafing branches with pendant gourds and tendrils. Acid-etched stylistically integrated interlaced script monogram. Interior gilt-washed and engraved with same. Spot hammered ground.

The pattern (no. 5026) was first produced in 1877. Director’s letter M (1873-91). Fully...

Pair of American Edwardian sterling silver and glass swans, ca 1920. Each: Glass body with imbricated tail feathers. Sterling silver mouth with plumy wings and graceful s-scroll neck and head with penetrating gaze and long and closed bill. Both marked “Sterling 3”. One has Shreve & Co. stamp and the other has William B. Durgin stamp. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 6 1/2 x L 8 1/4 x W 4 3/8 in. #BV351

Turn-of-the-century Edwardian Art Nouveau sterling silver bonbon scoop. Scallop shell bowl with open flutes inset with open scrolls and diaper. Scroll handle comprising seaweed-entwined shells. A great piece for the weekend cottage. Fully marked including Whiting maker’s stamp and no. 5737. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 9 x W 5 1/4 in. Weight: 7 troy ounces. #BV845

Group of 3 English sterling silver liquor tags:

George IV sterling silver port tag. Made by Mary Ann & Charles Reilly in London in 1827.Curved and rectangular with chamfered corners, reeded rim, and pierced letters. Armorial engraved on reverse. Fully marked. Tag dimensions: H 1 x W 1 3/4 in.;

Victorian sterling silver sherry tag. Made by Charles Reily & George Storer in 1840. Curved and rectangular with chamfered corners, reeded rim, and pierced letters. Armorial engraved on reverse. Fully ...

American Colonial sterling silver bowl. Made by Tiffany in New York, ca 1965. Bowl has curved sides and straight circular foot. Spare historic design that works equally well in Modern interiors. Hallmark includes pattern no. 19750 and phrase: Reproduction / Original by / Joseph Conyers / Boston / about 1700. Fine condition.

Dimensions: H 4 x D 9 in. Weight: 22.5 troy ounces. #BQ855