Six Art Nouveau Silver Filigree Mouthpieces, c. 1900

A group of six antique silver mouthpieces with intricate filigree decoration, attributed by the owner to the Art Nouveau period, circa 1900. Fine scrolling wirework and leaf-like motifs surround the slender tubular bodies, contrasting with their smooth polished ends. One example has pronounced ornamental collars and twisted-wire borders.

Offered together as a single six-piece group, these small objects make an evocative addition to a collection of antique silver and historical personal accessories.

Details

• Item number: SI013
• Quantity: six mouthpieces, sold together
• Material: silver, identified by the owner's silver-acid test; unstamped. Exact silver fineness has not been independently established.
• Period: Art Nouveau, circa 1900, according to the owner's attribution
• Combined object weight: 46.7 g
• Measurements, length × width: 90 × 10 mm; 80 × 10 mm; 75 × 10 mm; 73 × 9 mm; 72 × 8.5 mm; 72 × 8 mm

Condition

The photographs show surface wear, tarnish and irregularities to the ends, with variations in patina across the group. Please examine all photographs for individual details and condition. Offered as antique collectible objects; suitability for use has not been assessed.