Sterling silver has historically been a popular vehicle for creativity and innovation in design, and the treasures in this Jasper52 auction are exquisite examples of this. Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Grand Baroque are just a few of the ornate motifs offered in the auction, which takes place Aug. 21.

Set of eight Dominick & Haff sterling silver dinner plates in the Art Nouveau style, 1902, 10 1/4 inches in diameter, total weight 136 troy ounces. Estimate: $6,000-$8,000. Jasper 52 image

Dine in style on Dominick & Haff sterling silver dinner plates (above) or impress guests with a Cartier cocktail pitcher (below).

Cartier Art Deco sterling silver pitcher, 1920s, 7 inches tall, 20 troy ounces. Estimate: $1,500-$2,000. Jasper 52 image

Grande Baroque flatware by Wallace has been a traditional favorite in American homes since its introduction in 1941. The 36-pieces (below) in the auction comprise a service for eight and are contained in a new case.

Wallace sterling silver flatware service for eight, Grand Baroque pattern, 36 pieces. Estimate: $1,300. Jasper52 image.

Woodside Sterling Co., a New York maker of fine hollowware , is represented in the auction by a 3 1/2-inch tall compote (below) decorated with high relief applied floral and scroll decorations.

American sterling silver ornate compote with high relief applied floral and scroll decorations made by Woodside, 1920, 7 1/2 inches in diameter x 3 1/2 inches tall, 9.1 ounces troy. Estimate: $500-$700. Jasper 52 image

View the fully illustrated catalog and register to bid absentee or live on Jasper52. [Update: This auction is now closed.]