{"product_id":"hst-djokja-yogya-800-silver-repousse-footed-centerpiece-bowl-c-1920s-1940s","title":"HST Antique Djokja Yogya .800 Silver Articulated Pierced Footed Centerpiece Bowl c. 1930s-1940s","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage HST Antique Djokja Yogya .800 Silver Articulated Pierced Footed Centerpiece Bowl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDutch East Indies Indonesia c. 1930s-1940s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 2 3\/4\" High × 12 1\/2\" Long × 9\" Wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 535 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique HST Djokja (Yogya) .800 Silver Articulated Pierced Footed Centerpiece \/ Fruit Bowl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn unusually elaborate hand-worked Indonesian silver centerpiece from the celebrated Djokja\/Yogya silver tradition of Yogyakarta, Java.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside is clearly stamped HST above 800, indicating .800 (80%) silver fineness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exceptional feature of this example is its articulated sectional construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe broad decorative surround is composed of individually worked linked sections rather than a simple continuous rigid rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach section is extensively pierced\/reticulated, chased and worked in high relief, creating an intricate openwork border around the central well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decoration incorporates repeating stylized floral\/lotus-bud motifs amid dense scrolling foliage, with deeply oxidized recesses producing the dramatic light-and-dark contrast characteristic of fine Djokja silverwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central oval well is hand-hammered and framed by a polished border and fine rope-twist detail. A scalloped outer edge and four rounded ball feet complete the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition with age-appropriate surface wear and oxidation\/patina. The darkened recessed areas are an important visual element of the decoration and have been left intact. The intricate pierced and articulated construction should be handled with care. Please review photographs for condition and details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping: Recommended packed box approximately 16 × 13 × 7 inches. Estimated packed shipping weight approximately 4 lb, allowing substantial protective wrapping and cushioning around the articulated openwork border and four feet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50480217161978,"sku":null,"price":1600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/8614\/4762\/files\/388D7FB7-5A0F-4639-8A38-AB06ED458FEC.jpg?v=1790615590","url":"https:\/\/pauljacobsantiques.com\/products\/hst-djokja-yogya-800-silver-repousse-footed-centerpiece-bowl-c-1920s-1940s","provider":"Paul Jacobs Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}