Cased Set of Four Edwardian Sterling Silver Salt Cellars and Spoons

hallmarked London, 1901-1902, by Wakely & Wheeler (fl. 1884-present), Monteith form, each hemispherical with a molded and shaped rim and ogee-domed foot-ring, the interiors gilt, together with the original "lancet" salt spoons, presented in the original fitted indigo velvet- and ruched satin-lined fitted shield-form case with retailer's stamp of Alfred W. Butt, Chester, h. 3", w. 9-5/8", d. 7-5/8".
cellars, h. 1-3/4", dia. 2-1/4"; spoons, l. 3"; 6.45 total t. oz.

Literature: John Culme, The Directory of Gold & Silversmiths, Jewellers and Allied Traders 1838-1914, v. I (Woodbridge, Suffolk: Antique Collectors' Club, 1987), pp. 295-296.

**A handsome set in quite good condition; no dents, breaks or repairs. Minor wear and some scattered spotting. Hallmarks generally good, though part-rubbed on one cellar. Case good with some fading to the satin, but no tears or losses noted.