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A fine sterling silver gem set rose bowl by Gerald Benney,…
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Sydney
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4-Dec-2016
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A fine sterling silver gem set rose bowl by Gerald Benney, London 1964, of circular form, the cover with abstract geometric openwork bark textured surface in gilt and silver set with topaz lifted from a plain silver bowl, impressed hallmarks and retailed by Hardy Brothers Australian marks, 21 cm diameter, 996 grams in total, Adrian Gerald Sallis Benney CBE Rdi (1930 - 2008) was one of the most prolific and influential British goldsmiths of the 20th century. During an illustrious career spanning more than 50 years, he was the first British craftsman to hold four Royal Warrants simultaneously. His work can be seen in many collections worldwide, including those of the Victoria and Albert Museum and Goldsmiths' Company.
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Silver: Bowls, Comports and Dishes