A beguiling silver dish with two birds by Michael Bolton
Michael Allen Bolton was an informally trained professional silversmith who was inspired by ancient and medieval silver and the arts and crafts movement. It is said he used a sledge hammer and anvil to achieve his distinctive hand hammered patina. He spoke of his silver work as an extension of himself and without doubt he put his heart and soul into each piece.
As I have said previously, I have adopted Bolton as a legitimate, if later, member of the arts and crafts movement and just love his work. This piece speaks volume for his skill and style.
The design is of a bird bath or dish with one bird perched on the rim, the other, standing within the bowl as if pecking. It was made as a commission and, typical of Bolton’s work, is an exceptional gauge of silver. This dish weighs over 30 ounces. Apparently unmarked, Michael Bolton’s wife has confirmed it is his work.
Price : Reserved
Maker: Michael Bolton
Designer: Michael Bolton
Date : c. 1986
Marks: Apparently unmarked
Material: Sterling silver
Condition: Excellent
Size: 8.5 cm high, 18.5 cm wide, excluding birds
Weight : 863 grams, 30.4 0z
Additional Information
See “Designer British Silver” by John Andrew and Derek Styles for more information on Michael Bolton.
Material | Sterling silver |
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Price range | £1,000 – 5,000 |
Period | Modern |