Being offered is a fine pair of circa 1950 sterling silver candlesticks by KWilliam Spratling, of Taxco, New Mexico, with a string of rope above the graduated base, the  More »

Being offered is a fine pair of circa 1950 sterling silver candlesticks by KWilliam Spratling, of Taxco, New Mexico, with a string of rope above the graduated base, the candle holder with engraved, flared elliptical rim.. Dimensions: 2 1/4 inches high by 2 1/4inches diameter across base. Weight 7 ozs. No monogram. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition.   « Less

Being offered is a fine circa 1916 sterling silver footed compote by Tiffany, of New York, the foot and bowl gently lobed, with special hand work to create a superb hammered  More »

Being offered is a fine circa 1916 sterling silver footed compote by Tiffany, of New York, the foot and bowl gently lobed, with special hand work to create a superb hammered effect.. Dimensions: diameter of top rim 8 1/4 inches by 4 inches high. No monogram. Weight 21 ozs. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition.   « Less

Being offered is BERKSHIRE SPRING - a fine one-of-a-kind contemporary sterling silver hand wrought coffee or tea service with cloisonne lids on a Bubinga (Brazilian Rosewood)  More »

Being offered is BERKSHIRE SPRING - a fine one-of-a-kind contemporary sterling silver hand wrought coffee or tea service with cloisonne lids on a Bubinga (Brazilian Rosewood) tray with sterling silver legs by Maureen and Michael Banner of Massachusetts. The pot (holds 5-6 cups liquid) is 17 inches high with tray. The silver is 16 and 18 gauge hand formed - hammered - by Michael Banner - like all the Banners' silver work. The enamels have hand cut cloissone and are designed and executed by Maureen Banner. The handle spacer is a heat sink with a long tang going into the upper and lower part of the handle for strength, and it has the added benefit of being a limit to the danger of getting caught in the buffing wheels. Marked as illustrated in photo. In pristine condition. Tea or coffee pots are also functional, sculptural as they are. Balance is key to the design. The vessels not only hold and pour liquids, but they do so with the utmost care and grace. Please visit Lauren Stanley to view this breathtaking set ! PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MAUREEN AND MICHAEL BANNER THEIR PHENOMENAL WORK! PERMANENT COLLECTIONS Fuller Craft Museum Museum of Fine Art, Boston Renwick Gallery, National Museum of American Art, Smithsonian Institution, Art Institute of Chicago, Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, Brauer Museum of Art, Valparaiso Indiana, Mint Museum of Craft + Design, Charlotte, North Carolina GRANTS and AWARDS 2009 Massachusetts Cultural Council, Artist Grant winner 2008 Fuller Craft Museum, Teapot Commission for the Permanent Collection 2006 Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Purchase Award at Crafts in the Castle 2004 American Craft Council Distinguished Achievement Award, March 2004 2003 Massachusetts Cultural Council, Artist Grant winner one of two highly commended craft persons 2001 Best In Show, American Craft Exposition, Evanston Judges: Professor Anthony Jones, Ruth T. Summers 2000 Society of Arts and Crafts, Artists Award , Boston 2000 Smithsonian Craft Show Honorable Mention Judges: Bruce Hoffman, Lois Moran, Paul Parkman 1999 Massachusetts Cultural Council Artist Fellowship 1996 Founders Award, American Craft Exposition, Evanston Judges: Gregory Knight, Michael Monroe 1995 Best In Show, American Craft Exposition, Evanston Judges: Lucinda A. Barnes, Stanley Madeja 1995 Smithsonian Craft Show Award for Excellence 1995 NICHE Awards, Metal-One of a Kind 1994 Washington Craft Exposition Gallery Award of Excellence Judges: Sarah Grusin, Maureen Littleton, Paul Parkman Philadelphia Craft Show 1993 Rolex Prize for Excellence in Metals 1991 Cohn Family Trust Award for Excellence in Design 1986 Christofle Award for Metals Winter Park, Florida - Metals, 1984 Christofle Award for Metals Winter Park, Florida - Crafts SELECTED COMMISSIONS Fuller Craft Museum, 2008 Temple Isaiah, Lexington Massachusetts Congregation Beth Israel, Houston Session and Congregation of the Wilton Presbyterian Church Commission for The Renwick Alliance 1996 and many private collections. WORKSHOPS PRESENTED BY MICHAEL 2007-9 DeCordova Museum School, Lincoln, MA, Faculty 2000 Horizons 1998 Interlaken School of Art. Silversmithing Michael J. Banner Kalamazoo Michigan 1939 Cleveland Institute of Art Kenneth Bates Frederick Miller John Paul Miller Western Michigan University BS Kalamazoo College Maureen Arnow Banner Chicago Illinois 1946 Berkshire Community College Mark Milloff Evanston Art Center, Paul Wieghardt, Nelli Bar, Leo Segedin Northern Illinois University Art Institute of Chicago-Junior School   « Less

Sterling silver umbrella shaped salt and pepper set. Marked “Sterling 950.” Measures 2 1/2” from top of umbrella to end of cane and 2 7/8”  More »

Sterling silver umbrella shaped salt and pepper set. Marked “Sterling 950.” Measures 2 1/2” from top of umbrella to end of cane and 2 7/8” diameter. http://www.shop.aaaantiquemallsoh.com/searchquick-submit.sc?keywords=umbrella   « Less

A lovely sterling silver baby whistle with ornate, floral detail. The handle is agate. Hallmarks, Birmingham circa 1904, and "c&w" makers marks.

A lovely sterling silver baby whistle with ornate, floral detail. The handle is agate. Hallmarks, Birmingham circa 1904, and "c&w" makers marks.   « Less

A beautiful rattle in the shape of a friendly crescent moon. The "dark side of the moon" is the handle. Stamped "Tiffany & co. and Sterling 925." The moon is full of noise  More »

A beautiful rattle in the shape of a friendly crescent moon. The "dark side of the moon" is the handle. Stamped "Tiffany & co. and Sterling 925." The moon is full of noise making bells.   « Less

Whimsical sterling baby rattle with a depiction of a comical sun. Attached at each side are bells and there is a mother-of-pearl handle. Trademark "NWJ," Birmingham, circa  More »

Whimsical sterling baby rattle with a depiction of a comical sun. Attached at each side are bells and there is a mother-of-pearl handle. Trademark "NWJ," Birmingham, circa 1988.   « Less

A charming Georgian baby rattle with a whistle, bells and a coral handle

A charming Georgian baby rattle with a whistle, bells and a coral handle   « Less

This is an elegant sterling rattle shaped like a purse with charming detail around the edges. The link between the purse and the ring is designed like a belt. The ring is  More »

This is an elegant sterling rattle shaped like a purse with charming detail around the edges. The link between the purse and the ring is designed like a belt. The ring is white plastic. Stamped "EBSTER STERLING."   « Less

This sweet bunny shaped rattle is double-sided, with a ring attached. The bunny rattles with bells on the inside. Stamped "925."

This sweet bunny shaped rattle is double-sided, with a ring attached. The bunny rattles with bells on the inside. Stamped "925."   « Less