Vintage Indonesian Yogya 800 Silver Salt or Pepper Shaker, Djokja DE LUXE Mark

A finely decorated vintage Indonesian Yogya silver salt or pepper shaker, crafted in 800 silver and marked “DE LUXE 800”.

This small table silver piece comes from the Djokja / Yogya silver tradition of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. It features hand-worked repoussé foliate and floral decoration, three rounded ball feet and a pierced domed lid. The compact form and detailed surface decoration give it strong display appeal despite its modest size.

The shaker is marked “DE LUXE 800”, indicating 800 silver. In Yogya silver, marks such as “Delux” or “Deluxe” are commonly found as additional workshop or quality marks, while many individual makers remain unidentified.

Details

Maker: Unidentified
Region: Djokja / Yogya, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Era: Mid-20th century, likely c.1930s–1960s
Material: 800 silver
Mark: DE LUXE 800
Height: Approximately 6 cm
Weight: 29.4 grams
Design: Repoussé foliate and floral decoration, pierced domed lid and three ball feet
Use: Salt shaker, pepper shaker, Southeast Asian silver collectible, table silver or cabinet display piece

Condition

Excellent vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age and careful use. The lid fits securely, and no dents or repairs are noted. The repoussé decoration remains attractive, and the “DE LUXE 800” mark is visible. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.

Historical and Collector Context

Yogya silver, also known as Djokja silver, developed around Yogyakarta and the nearby silver-working centre of Kota Gede in Java. The revival of this craft in the 1930s encouraged local artisans to combine traditional Javanese decorative motifs with forms suited to European and Western table use.

Pieces from this tradition are often decorated with floral, foliate and repoussé designs, and many are marked 800 for silver purity. Additional marks such as “Delux” or “Deluxe” are commonly found on Yogya silver, while individual workshop attribution can be difficult because many marks remain unidentified.

This shaker is appealing as a small but well-decorated example of Indonesian Yogya table silver. It would suit collectors of Southeast Asian silver, Indonesian silver, Yogya / Djokja silver, 800 silver tableware or decorative vintage silver objects.

All items are vintage or antique and may show light signs of age. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description. Feel free to message with any questions prior to purchase.