Edward VII Silver Handbell Herbert Lambert, 1909

A fine Edward VII silver handbell, hallmarked London, 1909, made by Herbert Lambert. Of substantial and elegant form, the bell features a sleek, stylized baluster handle surmounted by a simple spherical finial, raised upon a domed bell with a flared, spreading foot and a crisp, reeded border. The upper body is further enhanced with delicately engraved floral and foliate decoration, lending the piece a distinctive Edwardian charm, while the polished silver surface accentuates its graceful proportions and clean lines. A particularly fine example of early 20th-century British silver, showcasing the refined craftsmanship of the Edwardian era, and equally suited to practical use, display, or as a notable addition to a collection of English novelty silver.