Pair Dutch Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Platters with Cattails by Ph. Saakes - SL

Description

O
ffered here for your consideration is
a
n incredibly heavy pair of period Art Nouveau Dutch sterling silver round serving trays from a large service by Ph. Saakes of the Hague.
These pieces are likely from a commissioned service.
Saakes was a Dutch gold and silversmith in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He often worked for the royalty of Europe. His son, Th. Saakes, eventually took over and expanded the business in the early 20th century.
The design of these platters (and this service in general) plays on a theme of water. The rim and integral handles mimic the undulating movement of water. The sides are further decorated with three dimensional cattails.
The trays are in overall good, as-pictured used estate condition
with some light indentions, surface scratches, and surface scuffing. Otherwise, there are a few spots of persistent tarnish and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
The base is marked with a Dutch assay for the Hague, a silver standard of 0.934 or higher, the maker Ph. Saakes, and a date mark of 1911. It also bears the mark for the retailer Th. H. Saakes.
MEASUREMENTS
Height: ca. 1.5 in.
Diameter: ca. 14.5 in.
Total Weight: ca. 3350 g.
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