<I>Bouquet holder, crown rim, mother of pearl handle</I>

ca.1830-1920

Silver bouquet holder with mother of pearl handle. The funnel-shaped vase has a crown-like appearance with ornate, stamped decorations featuring loops and intertwined designs. The neck, which connects the vase to the handle, is stamped with a textured floral motif. The spindle handle is made from turned mother of pearl with a silver ring around it near the tip. Mother of pearl handles retained a cool feeling longer than some other materials; because of this, they were said to be appropriate for warmer months.