$20,509
H 5.52 in W 17.72 in D 13.39 in
Antique English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery, Fiddle Thread & Shell
By George Jackson & David Fullerton
Located in London, London
A boxed single maker set of Antique Sterling Silver Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern Flatware, hallmarked in London in 1897 and 1898 by Jackson & Fullerton.
Sterling Silver
$12,500 / set
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Fiddle Thread & Shell by United Cutlers Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service
By United Cutlers 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fiddle Thread & Shell by United Cutlers Ltd. English sterling silver flatware set, 60 pieces.
Sterling Silver
$12,900 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Fiddle Thread & Shell by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service
By James Robinson 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exquisite Dinner Size Fiddle Thread & Shell by James Robinson handmade sterling silver Flatware set, 48 pieces.
Sterling Silver
$17,500 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Fiddle Thread & Shell by Various English Sterling Silver Flatware Set 101 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Fiddle Thread & Shell by various makers including George Adams, John Hunt, Robert Roskell (and more) Flatware set, 101 pieces.
Sterling Silver
A 6 Place Canteen by Paul Storr, 1813-1817
By Paul Storr
Located in Cornwall, GB
Double struck in the fiddle, thread & shell pattern with diamond and shell heel.
Sterling Silver, Silver
Antique German Silver Flatware Set by Hessenberg - Fiddle Pattern
By Hessenberg
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique German 800 standard silver straight fiddle, thread and shell pattern flatware service for ten persons; an addition to our flatware collect...
Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Twelve Persons by George Adams (1842)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This antique silver service can be purchased with knives if so desired, either a traditional Thread and Shell pattern or Fiddle Thread and Shell pattern can be arranged.
Silver, Sterling Silver
$646
H 0.79 in W 9.26 in D 0.79 in
George IV period sterling silver marrow scoop made in 1828 by William Chawner II
By William Chawner II
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1828 by William Chawner II, this handsome, Antique, George IV period, Sterling Silver Marrow Scoop, is in fiddle thread and shell pattern. The marrow scoop me...
Sterling Silver
$30,746 / set
Edwardian Sterling Silver Flatware Set by Elkington
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver straight Fiddle, Thread and Shell pattern flatware service for twelve persons; an addition to our flatwa...
Sterling Silver
A Paul Storr Silver 12 Place Canteen
By Paul Storr
Located in Cornwall, GB
Double struck in the fiddle, thread and shell pattern with diamond and shell heel.
Sterling Silver
Antique English Silver Fiddle Thread & Shell Flatware
By George Adams
Located in London, GB
A Victorian silver Fiddle,Thead and Shell flatware for twelve people,all made by George Adams of Chawner & Co.
Unavailable
H 6.5 in W 17 in D 11.25 in
Georian Period Fiddle, Thread & Shell Sterling Silver Flatware Dinner Set for 12
Located in Toronto, ONTARIO
This double-struck flatware service in fiddle, shell and thread pattern was variously made by William Eley, William Fearn and William Chawner I & II in London between 1809 and 1832, ...
Unavailable
H 0.01 in W 0.01 in D 0.01 in
Victorian Pair of Sterling Silver Serving Spoons with Royal Marines Crest
By George Adams
Located in London, GB
Impressive pair of Victorian of sterling silver fiddle, thread and shell serving spoons applied with Royal Marines Crest and of very good weight.
Silver
Six Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern Egg Spoons
By Elizabeth & John Eaton
Located in London, GB
The Spoons are made in the Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern and are double struck.
Fiddle Thread Shell Silver Butter Knife London 1841
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Fiddle Thread Shell Silver Butter Knife London 1841.
Sterling Silver
Fiddle Thread Shell Georgian Silver Dessert Spoons London 1821 Richard Poulden
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Variant Fiddle Thread Shell with reverse side Fiddle Thread.
Sterling Silver
Three Fiddle Thread Shell large Teaspoons London 1836 Mary Chawner
By Mary Chawner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Three Fiddle Thread Shell large Teaspoons London 1836 Mary Chawner.
Sterling Silver
Antique Silver Fiddle Thread Shell Sauce Ladle London 1873 George Adams
By George Adams
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique Silver Fiddle Thread Shell Sauce Ladle London 1873 George Adams.
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 3.94 in W 13.78 in D 5.91 in
Victorian Fiddle Thread & Shell Sterling Silver Soup Ladle by George Adams 1879
By George Adams
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1879 by George Adams, this handsome, Victorian, antique sterling silver soup ladle, is in the 'Fiddle, Thread & Shell' pattern. The soup ladle measures 13.5"(...
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 6.7 in W 17.72 in D 13.39 in
Antique English Sterling Silver Set of Cutlery / Flatware Fiddle Thread & Shell
By George Jackson & David Fullerton
Located in London, London
A boxed Single Maker, Singe Year set of Antique, Sterling Silver Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern Flatware, made in London in 1899 by Jackson & Fullerton.
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 8 in W 1 in D 1 in
Fiddle Thread Shell Flatware Suite, London 1807-1855, Mainly Eley, Fearn Chawner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
96-piece Fiddle thread shell flatware suite, London 1807-1855, mainly Eley, Fearn Chawner.
Silver
Sold
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Fiddle Thread & Shell by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Set 148 Pieces
By James Robinson 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
They start with a rectangular strip of silver, then forge, hammer, file, shape, and polish it by hand until it's perfect. Exceptional Fiddle Thread & Shell by James Robinson, Engl...
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Fiddle Thread & Shell by CJ Vander English Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner
By C.J. Vander
Located in Big Bend, WI
Extraordinary dinner size "Fiddle Thread & Shell" by CJ Vander sterling silver flatware set, 100 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Fiddle Thread & Shell by Various English Makers Sterling Silver Flatware Set Old
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fiddle thread and shell by various English makers flatware set.
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in L 1 in
Fiddle Thread & Shell James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 48 pcs
By James Robinson 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb dinner size fiddle thread and shell by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware set, 48 pieces.
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 4.45 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Very Fine Pair of Fiddle, Thread and Shell Salt Spoons by George Adams
Located in London, GB
The salt spoons are modeled in the Fiddle, Thread & Shell pattern, which is double struck.
Queen Anne by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner 48 Pieces
By James Robinson 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb fiddle thread & shell by James Robinson sterling silver flatware set, 48 pieces.
Sterling Silver
American Coin Silver Fish Servers, circa 1830, by Gorham
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
American coin silver fish servers, circa 1830, by Miles Gorham. Fiddle, thread & shell design. Miles Gorham, New Haven, CT, 1756-1847.
Silver
Pair of French Silver Fiddle Thread and Shell Salad Servers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of vintage French silver Fiddle thread and shell pattern salad spoons; an addition to our silver flatware collection.
Silver
Sold
H 0.25 in W 0.75 in D 4 in
12 Antique English 800 Silver Demitasse Coffee Tea Spoons Scallop Shell 108g
Located in Dayton, OH
Twelve antique English 800 silver demitasse spoons with scallop shell fiddle, shell and thread pattern. Measures: 4” x 0.75” / 9g each (length x width).
Silver
Sold
H 10.5 in W 1.3 in D 0.25 in
Antique Georgian Silver Cheese Scoop, London 1813 Eley, Fearn and Chawner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique Georgian silver cheese scoop, London 1813 Eley, Fearn and Chawner. Heavy gauge silver, fiddle thread and shell. No monograms. Measure: Length 10 inches.
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 8.1 in W 0.5 in D 0.5 in
George Adams Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 6 Persons
By Chawner & Co., George William Adams
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This antique silver service can be purchased with knives if so desired, either a traditional Thread and Shell pattern or Fiddle Thread and Shell pattern can be arranged.
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 18 Persons by William Eaton
By William Eaton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This flatware set can be purchased with English sterling silver Fiddle, Thread and Shell pattern knives if so desired.
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Soup Ladle
By Chawner & Co., George William Adams
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver fiddle, thread and shell pattern soup ladle made by George Adams; an addition to our silver cutlery coll...
Silver, Sterling Silver
A very fine George III Serving Slice made in London in 1817 by William Knight.
Located in London, GB
The Slice is made in the Fiddle Thread and Shell pattern and the blade has a gadrooned edge.
An exceptionally fine and heavy pair of George III Stuffing Spoons
Located in London, GB
These exceptional Spoons are modelled in the Fiddle, Thread and Shell pattern, which is in very crisp condition, and is double struck, the pattern appearing on both the front and the...
Sold
H 6.1 in W 1.25 in D 0.1 in
An extremely rare Marriott Patent Pickle Ladle by henry Wilkinson & Company.
Located in London, GB
This piece has a double struck fiddle, thread and shell pattern stem of slender form.
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H 12.8 in W 0.01 in D 0.01 in
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons
By Mappin Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver straight Fiddle Thread and Shell pattern flatware service for six persons; an addition to our canteen of...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Exceptional and Very Unusual Pair of George III Salt Cellars by Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
The Salts come with a Fine pair of silver gilt fiddle, thread and shell Salt Spoons, double struck, which were also made in London in 1806 by the flatware makers, William Eley & Will...
Sold
H 0.4 in W 11.82 in D 1.19 in
Antique Fiddle Thread & Shell Pattern Meat Skewer 'or Letter Opener' from 1845
By George Adams
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1845 by George Adams, this striking, Victorian, antique sterling silver meat skewer, is in 'Fiddle, Thread & Shell' pattern. The meat skewer measures: 11.5" (...
Sterling Silver
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H 1 in W 9.63 in D 1.5 in
G. Butler of Sheffield Cavendish Fiddle Thread & Shell Silverware 50 pcs British
Located in Miami, FL
George Butler of Sheffield England silverplated (EPNS) cutlery from the Cavendish Collection Fiddle Thread & Shell pattern. Eight sets of 6 pieces consisting of Dinner Knife, Dinner ...
Silver Plate, Stainless Steel
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H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Fiddle Thread & Shell CJ Vander English Sterling Silver Flatware Set 30 Pcs Din
By C.J. Vander
Located in Big Bend, WI
It was this firm's steadfast commitment to quality that made them the favorite of both royalty and nobility alike throughout Europe. Dinner Size Fiddle Thread & Shell by CJ Vander E...
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 5.2 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
A fine Fiddle, Thread & Shell Cream Ladle made in London in 1837 by Mary Chawner
Located in London, GB
The Cream Ladle is modelled in the fiddle, thread and shell pattern and is double struck, the pattern being on the front and reverse of the stem.
Sold
H 0.75 in W 4.38 in D 1.32 in
Wm IV Pair of Sterling Condiment/Salt Spoons by William Eaton, London, 1838
By William Eaton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of William IV sterling silver condiment/mustard spoons (could also be used for master salt spoons) by the flatware specialist of his day, William Eaton (1829-1844). The pattern ...
Sterling Silver
Georgian Silver Fiddle Thread & Shell Pattern Service for 18
Located in Vancouver, BC
A fine quality antique George IV sterling silver flatware service for 18, London, 1823 and other dates, predominantly by William Eley and William Fearn. Fiddle Thread & Shell pattern...
Sterling Silver
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H 0.01 in W 0.01 in D 0.01 in
Pair of Early Victorian Silver Gilt Fiddle Thread & Shell Pattern Serving Spoons
By Mary Chawner
Located in London, GB
Attractive pair of early Victorian silver gilt fiddle thread and shell pattern serving spoons by Mary Chawner.
Silver
Antique English Silver Fish Serving Slice
By William Knight II
Located in London, GB
A superb,heavy example of a Geo IV Fiddle Thread and Shell pattern serving piece with pierced upper and lower blades with sprung action.
Sold
H 0.6 in W 2.33 in D 7.21 in
Sterling Silver, Fiddle, Tread & Shell, Grape Scissors, Hallmark:-London 1842
By Charles Rawlings & William Summers
Located in York, GB
Hence the description - Fiddle, Thread & Shell.. The pattern is on both sides - for this we use the term "double struck".
Sterling Silver
$99,140
W 80.71 in L 124.02 in
Tapestry Royal Manufacture of Aubusson, Louis XVI period 1738 at the Gobelins
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in Madrid, ES
Tapestry from the Royal Manufacture of Aubusson, Louis XVI period , made in 1738 at the Gobelins One panel from a series of Gobelins tapestries depicting the Hi...
Wool, Silk
The Howard, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
$41,018 / set
H 1.1 in W 6.1 in D 1 in
Antique George II Britannia Standard Silver Salvers by Paul de Lamerie
By Paul de Lamerie
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian English Britannia silver salvers made by Paul de Lamerie; an addition to our tray and salver collection. These excepti...
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
$88,464 / set
H 20.08 in Dm 12.6 in
Pair of Ormolu Mounted Malachite French Vases after a design by Galberg
By Ekaterinburg Faceting Factory, Russia
Located in London, GB
A pair of ormolu mounted malachite Ekaterinburg vases after a design by I.I. Galberg French, 20th century Height 51cm, diameter 32cm Crafted to a design by the prestigious architect...
Malachite, Ormolu
$15,000 / set
H 5.5 in W 18.5 in D 12.5 in
107 Piece Sterling Silver Flatware by Georg Jensen Denmark, Acanthus Pattern
By Georg Jensen
Located in Toledo, OH
A beautiful 107 piece sterling silver flatware set by Georg Jensen in the Acanthus pattern. It contains the following pieces: 20 teaspoons 6" 8 cream of soup spoons 5 1/2" 5 tables...
Sterling Silver
Extensive English Porcelain Dessert Service, circa 1825
Located in New York, NY
Pair of covered fruit coolers, pair of covered sauce tureens, pair of open work baskets, 1 compote, 4 kidney-shaped dishes, pair of square dishes, pair of oval dishes, 16 plates.
Porcelain
Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
By Viners 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive, comprehensive antique George V English sterling silver Sandringham pattern flatware service for twelve persons - boxed; an addition to our canteen...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Fabergé Silver Service
By Fabergé
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary 128-piece service by Fabergé is a rare treasure in more ways than one. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and in pristine c...
Silver
$42,500
H 101 in W 164.5 in D 27 in
Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870
By S.E. & R. Johnson. Warrington
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A handsome and very well crafted English break-front bookcase or bibliotheque in solid mahogany by S.E. & R. Johnson of Warrington, England, circa 1870. Features six doors with glass...
Mahogany
$95,950 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Chrysanthemum Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 255 pcs Fitted Chest
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chrysanthemum (c1880) originally called Indian Chrysanthemum .Tiffany's luxurious Chrysanthemum silver was designed in 1880 by Charles Grosjean. With its flowing curves, swirling ve...
Sterling Silver
$68,000
H 27 in W 34 in D 10 in
Large Early Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Model of a Prancing Horse, TL Tested
Located in Austin, TX
A magnificent and large early Tang dynasty (618-906 AD) model of a prancing or dancing horse, circa 7th century. The majestic animal is caught mid-motion, one leg raised, head grace...
Pottery
Fabergé Silver Flatware Service
By Fabergé
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional 77-piece complete service by Fabergé is a rare treasure from the world-renowned firm. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and ...
Silver
Set of 12 English Porcelain Dinner Plates, Royal Doulton, circa 1900
By Royal Doulton
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 English porcelain dinner plates, Royal Doulton, circa 1900.
Porcelain
$38,786
H 8.67 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Italian Sterling Silver Chess Board, Chess Game, Sodalite Marble
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
Impressive sterling silver chess board medieval style chess set. The chess board, made by ARVAL ARGENTI VALENZA, was made in white marble and sodalite is supported by a STERLING SIL...
Marble, Sterling Silver
$342,389
H 30.32 in W 245.28 in D 59.85 in
Rare Gillows Lancaster 1789-1795 George III American Walnut Dining Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime fully restored circa 1789-95 Gillows Lancaster George III dining table in American Walnut A very rare and highly collectable table,...
Walnut
$36,000
H 10 in Dm 13.75 in
Dinner Service, 86 Piece, Flow Blue and White, Classic Onion Meissen Pattern
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Montreal, Quebec
86 piece dinner service with the marking: "Original ZWIEBELMUSTER, Czechoslovakia", in the Classic Blue Onion, Meissen Pattern, comprising: 24 dinner plates, 9.5" diameter 12...
Porcelain
Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?
Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.
Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.
“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”
Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.
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