Superb Vintage 48 Piece ART DECO CUTLERY CANTEEN - George Butler Ltd, Sheffield - 1930s. Here we have for sale a superb vintage 48 piece 6 place setting Art Deco cutlery canteen that was made by the noted cutlers George Butler Ltd of Sheffield in the 1930s.
One of the company's trademarks was'Cavendish', on the items. The cutlery is high quality, silver plated and in the Old English pattern. It is in excellent vintage condition for its age with only a few marks and blemishes to the table cutlery here and there. The six-piece meat set has more marks and wear, but is perfectly serviceable.
The cutlery handles are faux bone (composite material). This set comes in the original walnut canteen case which is in excellent condition inside and out as pictured. The hinges are in full working order and the lid lifts smoothly to 90 degrees and stays upright unrestrained.
There is a lock but no key. The set also comes with a blue glass salt pot and two napkin rings; whilst these were not part of the set originally, they fit in the case well and are included free of charge. The cutlery is complete for 6 settings and comprises 48 pieces in total, grouped as follows. 6 x Serving / Table Spoons. 1 x SIX PIECE Meat AND Game Set, fully complete.
36cm x 34cm x 9cm. Weight of Set: approximately 8kg. Please take a look at the photos to evaluate the item for yourself as these form part of the description and basis of sale.
Condition: "USED VINTAGE - Excellent". UK Dispatch: by UK Courier, Next Day Service.