A pair of antique American Art Nouveau sterling silver candy dishes with a beautiful repousse design depicting a water lily and a dragonfly. Each is marked: sterling, makers mark with a unicorn, 925 1000, Fine and 355A. Circa 1900 to 1940. Note: One of the most respected names in the sterling silver industry, Mauser is very sought after and collected. The business was founded in 1887 by Frank Mauser in North Attleboro, Massachusetts. In 1888 Frank O. Coombs became a partner in Frank Mauser and Co. beginning his activity in the firm as designer and chaser. In the 1890s the firm moved to New York changing its name to Mauser Mfg. Co. The factory was located in Mt. Vernon with shop in 15th Street and, from 1904, in the more expensive Fifth Avenue at the corner of 31st Street. American Decorative Antiques And Collectibles, Silver Tableware And Serveware For Collectors. Total weight: 114 g.

Dimensions: Overall size: D 5 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.