{"product_id":"large-snake-skin-sterling-silver-flask","title":"Large Snake Skin Sterling Silver Flask","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA sterling silver and snake skin Art Deco gentleman's hip flask. This example is very rare, and exceptional looking with a real feel of the exuberance of the \"Jazz Age\". Sure to draw a very jealous gaze. It is sometimes common to find these types of luxury pieces with a combination of alligator skin and sterling. The snake skin found here is exceptionally uncommon. The flask is two thirds wrapped in exotic python skin, which has matured over the years to a stunning colour and has a very tactile feel. The skin has a window cut through it to expose the body in order for the consumer to keep a wary eye on the fuel in the tank!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe bottom third is a thick gauge of sterling silver with gilt wash interior which not only helps protect the glass beneath the metal, it also detaches to be sued as a cup. The overall shape is a soft oval shape, and is not designed to fit into a breast pocket! This is very much designed to be a picnic or travel flask. It is very large in size, having the capacity of a pint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis stunning example of the ultimate accessory was undertaken by one of the finest names in American silversmithing; Gorham. Gorham was established in 1831 by Jabez Gorham, a master craftsman, in partnership with Henry L. Webster. The fledgling American silver manufacturing market was boosted in 1842 when Congress enacted a tariff which effectively blocked the importation of silverware from outside the United States. However, the company stuck to mainly making spoons and assorted silverware until Jabez's son, John, took over the company in 1847.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUnder his direction the company improved production methods, expanded the range and quality of pieces, and brought in skilled craftsman from throughout Europe. A notable edition was the English silversmith and designer, George Wilkinson. He became the workshop manager.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe company went on the make a silver service for many administrations in the White House. Mary Todd Lincoln's set is now on display in the National Museum of American History. Many other trophies, such as the Indianapolis 500 trophy were produced by Gorham, along with famous statues throughout America, such as the monument of George Washington in the Capitol's Rotunda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe flask is in perfect condition throughout, with no adverse wear to the snake skin or to the silver elements. The lid of the flask, on the top, has a personalised engraving hand etched into the metal, beautifully so. Perhaps the most attractive, and unique feature to the flask is this stunning engraving of an oyster shell. While it is not uncommon to find family armorial crests engraved into flasks, or initials. To find an early engraving of an oyster into any piece of silver is rare, to say the least!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe flask bears a perfect set of American hallmarks on the base of the cup, with matching set of stamps on the neck, and was made in America, circa 1900's.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foundwell","offers":[{"title":"8 \/ 5 \/ 2.5","offer_id":45148463464638,"sku":"FWO3403","price":3750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/2617\/files\/0014-1_e368becc-009e-4838-b8e8-1f7e59d492f7.jpg?v=1750221268","url":"https:\/\/foundwell.com\/products\/large-snake-skin-sterling-silver-flask","provider":"Foundwell","version":"1.0","type":"link"}