Exceptional Cartier Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker

Description

Cartier sterling silver cocktail shaker stands an extraordinary ~14 inches tall and five inches across the base. It weighs an astounding 41.94 ounces (38.23 Troy ounces) of sterling silver.
Cartier - the French court jeweler - was and remains one of the greatest names in the luxury industry. Louis Cartier was regarded as the genius behind the firm's sought after
Art Moderne
creations such as this. Celebrities and public figures such as the Duchess of Windsor are known to have commissioned a number of one-of-a-kind designs from the firm, elevating Cartier to one of the most popular purveyors of jewelry and luxury goods. Sterling silver cocktails shakers from the firm rank among the best and are highly prized.
It was purchased in Southampton, NY, almost 20 years ago and remains one of the finest examples of Cartier sterling cocktail shakers I've ever seen in exceptional condition.
Please note the images, including those with a standard size bottle of wine (750 ML) for context, to appreciate the incredible size, style and condition of this cocktail shaker.