An Omar Ramsden silver lion box

Price range:  £1,750

An Omar Ramsden silver box set with six lion heads.  The lid with leaf motif and finial with chased pattern. Fully marked to base and lid, London, 1924. In excellent condition, a good example of Ramsden’s work, demonstrating casting, chasing, repousse and hand raising.

Maker: Omar Ramsden

Designer: Omar Ramsden

Date : 1924

Marks: OR, London date letter “i”. Inscribed “Omar Ramsden me fecit”

Material: Sterling silver

Condition: Excellent

Size: 9 cm high, 10.5cm diameter (max)

Weight : 254 grams, 9.0 oz