Woven Basket

[wlfuller]

Recently acquired this silver (probably plated) woven basket and was wondering if anyone can confirm the maker. I believe it is William Adams however the only hallmarks I have found says Italy when this basket's hallmark says French. I have not found any other markings on the basket.

Thanks for all your help.

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[oel]

Hi,

Trademark of William Adams Towle Co. and often seen on their foreign made goods. Towle Silversmiths acquired the Willam Adams line of silver plated items in 1979.... Towle began merchandising in 1980." Your woven basket is silver plated and made in France.
More info I picked up from the internet;
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Towle_Silversmiths
Today, Towle embodies all of the original principles set fourth by the Moulton family, and used so wisely by Anthony Towle. The company has continued to do well, producing for and acquiring many smaller rivals such as, Adams Silver, FB Rogers, Lauffer Silver, and Georg Jensen USA to name a few. Towle itself, along with Wallace Silver, was purchased by the Syratech Corporation in the early 1990s. The Towle Silver legacy of great craftsmanship, beautiful design, and quality will ensure its continued success in the silver tableware market.


Regards,

Oel

[wlfuller]

Thank you so much for the below information and confirmation of it being silver plated.

Wanda

Hi,

Trademark of William Adams Towle Co. and often seen on their foreign made goods. Towle Silversmiths acquired the Willam Adams line of silver plated items in 1979.... Towle began merchandising in 1980." Your woven basket is silver plated and made in France.
More info I picked up from the internet;
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Towle_Silversmiths
Today, Towle embodies all of the original principles set fourth by the Moulton family, and used so wisely by Anthony Towle. The company has continued to do well, producing for and acquiring many smaller rivals such as, Adams Silver, FB Rogers, Lauffer Silver, and Georg Jensen USA to name a few. Towle itself, along with Wallace Silver, was purchased by the Syratech Corporation in the early 1990s. The Towle Silver legacy of great craftsmanship, beautiful design, and quality will ensure its continued success in the silver tableware market.


Regards,

Oel