EXCEPTIONAL ANTIQUE REED & BARTON NAPKIN RING. Presenting a superb antique American figural silver plate napkin ring produced by the quality makers, Reed & Barton. This highly desirable piece features a wonderfully exotic parrot perched atop the round-shaped napkin holder. The parrot has been rendered with exceptionally fine attention to detail and captured with his wings uplifted as if he is about to take flight.
The birds long feathered tail reaches all the way to the back of the base, which creates a perfectly balanced and stable form. The exceptional detail of the birds feathers adds a beautiful texture which wonderfully contrasts the smooth ring and base while enhancing the sparkle of the quality silver plate. The outer surface of the napkin ring is magnificently decorated with an engraved floral design.
This piece has also been personalised with the original owners initials "RHH" engraved below the parrots claws. SIZE: This impressive napkin ring stands approx 87mms or 3.5 inches tall and measures 47mms in width x 65mms in length. CONDITION: This piece is presented in very good antique condition with no breaks, losses or repairs. We have not attempted to clean this item as we rather appreciate the original patina. It has however been cleaned during its lifetime with some residues gather in the crevices and hard to reach places. This piece has been very well cared for and presents spectacularly. MARKS: This piece is beautifully marked to the base "MF'D & Plated by Reed & Barton 1136". This superb piece would make an outstanding addition to any quality antique figural napkin ring or Reed & Barton collection. We use PREMIUM grade packaging materials including: High grade double sided bubble wrap Enviro peas (void fill) Sturdy boxes... ALL items are professionally packaged to ensure their safe arrival. WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER PICK-UP.We LOVE presenting you with quality art glass, exquisite jewellery, beautifully designed vintage objects and unique collectible items. We take great pride in accurately describing our products and providing you with comprehensive images in an attempt to capture the true essence of each individual object. We hope you enjoy browsing the curated collection of quality objects showcased in our store. We look forward to dealing with you! All items are professionally packaged to the highest of standards to ensure their safe arrival.
The item "ANTIQUE REED & BARTON FIGURAL PARROT NAPKIN RING #1136 AMERICAN SILVER PLATE" is in sale since Thursday, January 9, 2020. This item is in the category "Antiques\Silver\Silverplate". The seller is "threetreefrogs" and is located in Melbourne, Victoria. This item can be shipped worldwide.