A rare sterling silver thermos jug by WAS Benson
Price range: £1,950
For sale is this rare WAS Benson silver (thermos) jug. This is my second piece of Benson silver in the Collection reflecting the rarity of his sterling silver designs. It is also fair to say that Benson reserved his best work for materials other than silver and this is only the second piece in sterling that I have been able to source by him. The jug has some really nice original design features, notably the overall modern shape, the Dresser like spout, and arts and crafts rivet lid.
Based on catalogue evidence Benson made silver for his luxury catalogues in around 1910 -1914 and this piece is clearly hallmarked for 1910.
Condition is very good. The piece has been fairly highly polished at some point. The interior ceramic thermos is intact. The base (which is sterling silver) is not assayed but carries (in several places) Bensons mark. The body carries an unidentified eagle crest, undoubtedly of the original 1910 patron/owner.
Maker: WAS Benson
Designer: WAS Benson
Date: 1910
Marks: WB, London, P
Material: Silver, interior thermos
Condition: Very good
Size: Height 23 cm
Weight: 741 grams, 26.1 oz (not silver weight)
Additional information
Period | Arts and crafts |
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Material | Gold |