Pair Of Solid Silver Salt Cellars Decorated With Whistling Birds - 20th Century Work.

Pair of solid silver salt cellars with whistling bird decoration - 20th century work

Charming pair of solid silver salt cellars, finely crafted in the form of small stylized birds, with delicate, expressive modeling.

Each subject features meticulous plumage work, with chased decoration giving relief to the whole. The open beaks, treated in a lively manner, allow functional use as salt shakers, while evoking singing birds, bringing a decorative touch full of poetry to a table.

The underside reveals a silver hallmark, probably at titre 800, common for this type of European production.

These objects thus combine utility and aesthetics, in a spirit that is both playful and refined, typical of 20th-century tableware.

Dimensions : length 7 cm ; height 5 cm
Weight: 62 grams per piece

Overall good condition, with light patina consistent with use.

A decorative and original pair, ideal for an elegant table or a showcase of goldsmith's objects.