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Asprey Shaker

Asprey Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Northampton, GB
base A & Co. Asprey London, Made in England, model number 2590. The Cocktail Shaker dates to the Art
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver, Silver Plate

Asprey Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker
Asprey Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker
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H 8.66 in W 5.9 in D 3.74 in
Thirst Extinguisher Cocktail Shaker by Asprey & Co.
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New Orleans, LA
Conquer one's thirst with this Art Deco-period silverplate cocktail shaker by Asprey & Co. Dubbed
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20th Century English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate

Antique circa 1920 Art Deco Asprey & Co London Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1920 Art Deco Asprey & Co London cocktail
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver-plated "Bell" Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
A silver-plated Cocktail Shaker in the form of a bell. In the 1930s, Asprey's commissioned a range
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Vintage 1940s British Tableware

Materials

Silver

Mid-Century Style Sterling Silver Condiments Set in Original Fitted Box, Asprey
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
for 1971, Asprey and Company, Ltd. - makers. Textured finish. Each salt and pepper Shaker measures 4
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Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fine Antique 1960 Art Deco Style EPNS Silver Hallmarked Zeppelin Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in GB
cocktail shaker. A good looking and well made piece, these were made originally for the London elite in
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Barware

Materials

EPNS

Thirst Extinguisher silver-plated cocktail shaker
Located in London, GB
The Thirst Extinguisher is a novelty but highly useable silver-plated cocktail shaker introduced by
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Urns

Materials

Silver Plate

Bell-shaped silver-plated cocktail shaker
Located in London, GB
Classic 1930s silver-plated novelty cocktail shaker in the form of a hand bell, made by Asprey
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Urns

Materials

Silver Plate

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By Alessandro Albrizzi
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By Ludwig Neresheimer
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Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Extensive Assembled Meissen Blue and White Bird Model Dinner Service, circa 1890
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Set of 12 Baccarat Paris Pattern Cobalt Blue Tumblers
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Pair of Howard George Smith Signature Scroll Arm Style Brown Leather Armchairs
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Early 20th Century George V Silver Plate Bell Formed Cocktail Shaker, circa 1935
By Asprey International Limited
Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London
Asprey & Co. The shaker is detachable at two sections. Measures: Height 11 inches/28cm
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Located in London, GB
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Early 20th Century George v Silver-Plate Bell Formed Cocktail Shaker, circa 1935
Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London
Asprey & Co. The Shaker is detachable at two sections. Height: 11 inches/28cm Diameter: 6
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Late 19th Century Coromandel Fitted Games Compendium
By Leuchars & Son
Located in Suffolk, GB
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Antique Late 19th Century English Games

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Pair Asprey Cocktail Shakers c 1930s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Norwalk, CT
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Thirst Extinguisher Cocktail Shaker by Asprey & Co.
By Charles & George Asprey
Located in New Orleans, LA
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Vintage Asprey Novelty Cocktail Shaker, circa 1930
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Bath, GB
A highly sought-after cocktail Shaker by the creme de la creme of silversmiths, Asprey of London
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Barware

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Vintage Asprey Novelty Cocktail Shaker, circa 1930
Vintage Asprey Novelty Cocktail Shaker, circa 1930
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H 9.5 in W 5.75 in D 3.75 in
The “Ship’s Lantern” cocktail shaker by Asprey & Co.
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
A rare, novelty silver-plated cocktail shaker in the form of a traditional ship’s lantern, with a
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By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
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By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
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Art Deco 'Tells-u-how' Novelty Cocktail Shaker by Asprey & Co
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'The Thirst Extinguisher' Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker, Asprey & Co, c.1930
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
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By Asprey International Limited
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
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20th Century English Silver Plated "Bell-Form" Cocktail Shaker, Asprey, c.1930
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
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By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Bath, GB
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware

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Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
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' The Thirst Extinguisher ' Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker, Asprey & Co, c.1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
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20th Century British Art Deco Barware

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By Asprey International Limited
Located in GB
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Dumb-Bell Cocktail Shaker
Located in London, GB
A silver-plated cocktail shaker in the form of a dumb-bell. In the 1930s, Asprey & Co. Commissioned
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Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Barware

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Dumb-Bell Cocktail Shaker
Dumb-Bell Cocktail Shaker
H 10.24 in Dm 4.73 in
The “Thirst Extinguisher” Cocktail Shaker.
Located in London, GB
/> One of a range of novelty cocktail shakers introduced by Asprey in 1932. At 25 gns, (£26.25), the
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Vintage 1930s English Barware

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By Hukin & Heath
Located in London, GB
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Vintage 1950s English Sterling Silver

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Located in London, GB
An unusual cocktail shaker in the style of the iconic Asprey "Tells-U-How" with a silver-plated
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware

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Rare Sterling Silver 'Tells-U-How' cocktail shaker by, 1949
Located in London, GB
Patented Asprey & Co: a hyper-rare “Tells-U-How” recipe cocktail shaker in solid Sterling silver
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Located in Bath, GB
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Located in Bath, GB
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Large Art Deco Silver and Gold-Plated Recipe / Menu Cocktail Shaker, circa 1935
Located in Bath, GB
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Barware

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'Travelling Drinks Set' by Fortnum and Mason, London
By Asprey International Limited, Tnum & Mason
Located in London, GB
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Located in London, GB
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Asprey & Co. Novelty "Bell" Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
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By Asprey International Limited
Located in Brussels, BE
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By Asprey International Limited
Located in Oakland, CA
Novelty bell cocktail shaker by Asprey & Co. London, 1937. Figural bell, or town-crier cocktail
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Vintage Asprey & Co. Silver-Plated 'Bell' Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage Asprey & Co silver-plated 'Bell' cocktail shaker. Made in England, circa 1940. Size
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Novelty Bell Cocktail Shaker by Asprey & Co. London, 1935
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
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Vintage 1930s British Barware

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By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
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Fine and Rare Novelty Bell Cocktail Shaker by Asprey & Co. London
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Palm Desert, CA
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Barware

Antique circa 1920 Art Deco Asprey & Co London EPNS Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1920 Art Deco Asprey & Co London EPNS
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Barware

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EPNS

Asprey, London, Large 1 1/2 Pint Cobbler Cocktail Shaker, c.1930
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome and very striking large silver plated cocktail shaker by the creme de la creme of
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Barware

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Silver Plate

Pair of Art Deco 'Dumb-Bell' Cocktail Shakers by Asprey & Co, c. 1930s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
A pair of rare 'Dumb-Bell' silver plated cocktail shakers in the form of weight-lifters dumb bells
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Vintage 1930s English Barware

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Silver Plate

Asprey, London Silver Plated Cocktail Tray, circa 1930
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Bath, GB
of makers, Asprey of London. The rim is decorated with a ribbon and reed design the handles
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Barware

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Silver Plate

Asprey, London Silver Plated Cocktail Tray, circa 1930
Asprey, London Silver Plated Cocktail Tray, circa 1930
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H 2 in W 21 in D 12.5 in
1930s Vintage Asprey Bell Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Asprey Silver Bell Cocktail Shaker. This whimsical piece is functional and decorative
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Asprey Dumb-Bell Cocktail Shaker Art Deco
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Cocktail shaker by Asprey. Stamped "A&Co Asprey London 6333" The top unscrews revealing a
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20th Century British Art Deco Barware

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Silver Plate

Asprey London Dumbbell Sterling Cocktail Shaker C1937 "Wow"
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Redding, CA
These are really special, they are reproduced by Asprey, but this is from the original offering
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Located in New York, NY
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Iconic 1930s Asprey Silver Plate Art Deco Ships Lantern Cocktail Shaker
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Located in Providence, RI
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Iconic 1930s Asprey Silver Plate Art Deco Ships Lantern Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Dallas, TX
. Fully-signed: A&Co (hallmark). Asprey London. 6331 Made in England. Reg'n 862460.
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Asprey of London Silver Barbell Cocktail Shakers
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Made by Asprey of London, this lovely pair allow you to get some physical conditioning while you're
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Vintage 1930s English Barware

Silver Plate Dumbbell Cocktail Shakers
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
Pair of dumbbell cocktail shakers. Asprey of London. (One shaker made by Hukin & Heath for Asprey
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware

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Silver Plate

Asprey Burr Walnut Games Chess Backgammon Draughts Box Compendium 19th Century
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
bottom layer contains two boxwood shakers, red stained and natural bone counters/gaming chips and the top
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Games

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Brass

Asprey Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker in the Shape of a Dumbbell
Located in New York, NY
Silver plate cocktail shaker in the shape of a dumbbell, marked Asprey & Co. 6333
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Vintage 1930s English Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Yachting Cocktail Shakers
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of silver-plated cocktail shakers in the form of classic yacht lanterns fitted with
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Vintage 1950s English Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Dumb-bell Cocktail Shakers
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Pair of rare shakers by Asprey. Each stamped "Asprey London 3138S Made in England Pa. Applied for
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Vintage 1930s British Barware

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Silver Plate

collection of bar items
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
; a bell shaped cocktail shaker by Asprey; and a locking decanter by JC Vickery, ranging in price from
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Vintage 1930s Glass

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Sterling Silver, Silver Plate

Asprey Cocktail Shaker
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Asprey silver plated cocktail shaker with removable cap and strainer. Base signed Asprey & Co
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20th Century Great Britain (UK) Barware

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Silver Plate

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Asprey Shaker For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the asprey shaker you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each asprey shaker for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver plate and silver. Your living room may not be complete without a asprey shaker — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A asprey shaker is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Asprey Shaker?

Prices for a asprey shaker can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $842 and can go as high as $12,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,950.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

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