Basket with a cobalt inlay, 800 silver, Germany, early 20th century

A decorative silver table basket with a deep cobalt-blue glass insert,
made in Germany in the early 20th century.

An oval table basket with a removable insert of deep cobalt-blue glass, set
in a decorative silver setting. The body is adorned with floral garlands,
and profiled elements in a historicist style. The entire piece rests on
four decorative legs and features a movable, richly decorated handle.
The frame is made of 800-fine silver, with hallmarks still visible on the structure. The item
dates to the early 20th century, Germany. The cobalt glass is in good condition,
the entire piece bears a natural patina and signs of wear appropriate for its age.
Fineness: 800
Material: silver, cobalt glass
Dimensions: approx. 17 × 12.5 cm, height approx. 7 cm without the handle

Weight of the silver setting: approx. 85 g.