Cased Stuart Devlin for Asprey Silver Gilt Egg with Hare

A beautifully cased Stuart Devlin silver gilt egg with a ‘surprise’ hare inside, this dates to 1969 and was made to retail from Aspreys of London. It will make a fabulous gift, perhaps for a christening, an Easter present, or a special present for someone who likes hares and rabbits.

– Red velvet lined original box, marked for Aspreys.
– Textured external surface to the egg, with internal ‘top’ a bright gilt.
– Hare fixed into textured base shaped as a form, or shelter in the earth.
– ‘Wobble’ motion to the hare, providing animation.
– Designed by Stuart Devlin (1931 – 2018) who was known for his mid-century pieces.
– Hallmarked for London, 1969.
– Weighs 174.8 g.
– Marked 280 on the base.

In good condition showing wear consistent with age and use and some minor tarnish.

Date: 1969
Material: Silver Gilt
Origin: England

Height – 7 cm
Width – 5 cm
Depth – 5 cm

Box:
Height – 6.5 cm
Width – 8.5 cm
Depth – 10.5 cm