Italan Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker, Bossi Dial-a-Drink

About This Piece

An Italian “dial-a-drink” cocktail shaker by Giuliano Bossi crafted in silver plate circa 1930. Cleverly designed, the shaker features an engraved inner sleeve with cocktail recipes that are revealed by rotating the outer sleeve, allowing the bartender to reference classic drink formulas while mixing cocktails.

With its streamlined Art Deco silhouette and mechanical ingenuity, the shaker embodies the glamour associated with early 20th century European bar-ware. Pieces of this type were both functional and conversational, making them highly sought after today by collectors of antique cocktail accessories and decorative bar ware.

The shaker remains fully usable. As is typical with many vintage examples, a slight amount of liquid may escape from beneath the cap during vigorous shaking. A bar towel wrapped around the top provides a simple remedy, and food-safe silicone tape may also be applied discreetly beneath the cap for a tighter fit if desired.

Hallmarks & Provenance

Italian silver plate, marked for Giuliano Bossi, C 1930.  From a Parisian estate.  

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: Italy
• Date: c. 1930
• Material: Silver plate
• Style: Art Deco shaker, dial-a-drink 
• Height: 9 1/4" 
• Item ID: 12619 

Condition

Very good vintage condition. Plating remains bright. Normal scuffing around edges where cap and strainer meet; minor surface scratches and a several dings on top of strainer.  These are not seen when the cap is on. 

Shipping & Handling       

• 1-2 days packing time, ships via Priority Mail  
• Complimentary shipping within the United States 
• Reduced International Rates available