Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver Spoon by John O. Bellis San Francisco

Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver Spoon by John O. Bellis (San Francisco, c. 1900–1920) 
A beautifully made Arts & Crafts sterling silver serving spoon by the esteemed San Francisco silversmith John O. Bellis, active in the early 20th century. 
This substantial and elegant piece embodies the hand-wrought aesthetic of the movement, with a lightly hammered surface, sculpted bowl, and a striking pierced handle in a stylised organic pattern. 

Maker: John O. Bellis, San Francisco 

Length: 22 cm 

Weight: 60.6 grams 

Material: Sterling silver 

Marks: Stamped STERLING and JOHN O. BELLIS with his distinctive maker’s mark (slightly slipped, as often found on hand-struck examples) 

Condition: Very good overall. Some surface scratching to the bowl consistent with age and gentle use. 

Provenance: Retains its original green felt maker’s pouch, labelled JOHN O. BELLIS, SAN FRANCISCO—a rare and charming survival. 
A fine example of American Arts & Crafts silver, notable for its craftsmanship and character. 
Bellis’s work is increasingly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs of the movement.