Vintage Silver Armorial Wine Bottle Holder

Striking vintage silver plate wine bottle holder featuring a tall cylindrical form, sculptural scalloped rim, petite side handles & a substantial flared base. Both sides are beautifully engraved with an elaborate heraldic crest, giving the piece the character of a formal presentation or commemorative object. A faint “1944–1994” engraving appears near the lower edge, suggesting the piece was created or presented in recognition of a 50th anniversary.

CONDITION
Beautiful vintage condition with age-appropriate surface wear, light scratching & patina consistent with previous use. The 1944–1994 engraving is faint. 

SIZE
Approximately 6.5"H x 5"W.

PROVENANCE
Vintage presentation or commemorative piece, likely dating to 1994 and marking the 50th anniversary of an event associated with 1944. The specific organization represented by the engraved armorial crest has not been identified.

MATERIAL
Silver-plated metal.

STYLING SUGGESTIONS
A handsome addition to an English country bar, library or equestrian-inspired entertaining space. Style it holding a favorite bottle of wine or champagne, or display it empty among collected silver, crystal decanters, leather-bound books & sporting pieces. The engraved armorial decoration gives it enough presence to work beautifully as a standalone object on a bar cart, drinks table or library shelf.