Antique Sterling Silver Clothes Brush – Birmingham 1919

Add a historical touch to your collection or interior with this magnificent antique English clothes brush. This item is not only appealing for its early 20th-century elegance, but also a fully documented collector's item thanks to its clear hallmarks.

Origin and Authenticity

The silver back of the brush features four official British hallmarks that guarantee its quality and history:

• Sterling Silver: The 'Lion Passant' (walking lion) confirms that the object is made of high-quality sterling silver (925/1000).
• Birmingham, 1919: The anchor symbol indicates the prestigious Assay Office of Birmingham, while the year letter 'u' precisely dates the object to the year 1919.

Art Nouveau Craftsmanship

The back is decorated with a refined Art Nouveau repoussé pattern, characterized by the graceful floral motifs that were so typical of the period just after World War I. The silver has a beautiful shine and demonstrates the craftsmanship for which Birmingham silversmiths were known.

Originally designed as a clothes brush for the affluent, this item is now a luxurious vanity accessory or a unique decorative piece. The bristles are of natural origin and are in a condition appropriate for their venerable age of over a hundred years.

Product Specifications:

• Material: Sterling Silver (.925).
• City Mark: Birmingham, England.
• Year of Manufacture: 1919.
• Style: Art Nouveau / Edwardian transitional model.
• Condition: Fair / Shows signs of use and defects
• Dimensions: approx. 16.5 by 4.5 cm
  
• Weight: 59 grams