What is a Victorian what-not?

A what-not is a French piece of furniture featuring an open-shelf design for small knick-knacks or ornaments. It’s generally a smaller piece of furniture used for display purposes. Browse a selection of what-not shelves on 1stDibs to proudly display your favorite collectibles.

What is a Victorian chatelaine?

A Victorian chatelaine is a decorative clasp worn by women on the waist during the Victorian era. These were popular between the 16th and 18th centuries, and during the 19th century, they weren’t seen as often but were still considered fashionable. Women suspended useful household accessories from a chatelaine, including scissors, a needle case for sewing, keys and more. While all members of society wore chatelaines, the especially sculptural ones were donned in public and were sometimes considered a fashion statement. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Victorian chatelaines from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian Canterbury?

A Victorian canterbury is a type of furniture designed to hold sheet music. Canterburies are often designed with a drawer beneath for storage and are crafted with high-quality wood or metal, or a combination of both. Browse a selection of canterburies from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian ring?

Victorian rings are usually made with fine metals and feature impressive gemstones in ornate settings. The style of Victorian jewelry was defined during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837 to 1901). Early Victorian rings were large, brightly colored, and boldly designed, with gemstones such as bloodstones, chalcedonies, garnets, moss agate, rubies, smoky quartz and topazes. During the mid-Victorian period, the designs were more sophisticated, using gemstones such as opals, crystals, emeralds, diamonds, pearls, black glass, jet, and rubies. In the late-Victorian period, platinum became widely used in the jewelry of the era and replaced gold and silver settings for the first time. Find a collection of antique and vintage Victorian rings on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian Chiffonier?

A Victorian chiffonier is a type of low, two-door cupboard with a long cutlery drawer and shelves on top. It’s similar to a sideboard but distinguished by its smaller size. Shop a collection of antique Victorian chiffoniers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian washstand?

A Victorian washstand is a cabinet or stand designed to hold a pitcher and a basin. During the Victorian era, people used washstands to brush their teeth, wash their faces and perform other grooming tasks in their bedrooms. Shop a collection of washstands on 1stDibs.

Did Victorians have marble fireplaces?

Yes, Victorians had marble fireplaces. During the era, people also had fireplaces made of wood and other types of stone. The fireplace provided a source of heat and light on chilly nights. On 1stDibs, shop a range of fireplaces from some of the world’s top sellers.

What clothes did Victorians wear?

Queen Victoria influenced fashion quite a bit during her reign. However, only the wealthy women had the luxury of wearing classic Victorian garb: corsets beneath full-skirted silk and satin dresses. Wealthy men dressed just as elaborately as their female counterparts: suits with long frock coats and bow ties. Poor Victorians, on the other hand, tended to wear thin cotton or linen clothing.

What is a Victorian vesta case?

A vesta case is a small box that’s designed to hold matches. The name Vesta is taken from the Roman goddess of the hearth. Interestingly, in the 1830s, friction matches became as popular as strike-anywhere matches. However, they were unstable and could combust at any time, so a case to hold and protect the individual matches was necessary. Shop a range of antique and vintage vesta cases on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian morning room?

The Victorian morning room is a room where the lady of the house prepares for the day ahead. The room is usually filled with light, bright furnishings and a writing desk where the mistress spends her mornings to keep her household running smoothly. You can find a variety of Victorian furniture on 1stDibs.

What is Victorian furniture style?

Victorian furniture often features dark woods with ornate carvings, heavy luxurious fabrics and often features natural images. Painted and gilded accents add to the luxe feel. From 1830 to 1890, during the reign of Queen Victoria, this very ornate style was popular with a great mix of other styles. Shop a collection of Victorian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if jewelry is Victorian?

To be able to tell if jewelry is Victorian, a buyer can look for certain characteristics that have come to define these pieces, but it may be difficult given that no single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and snake jewels made during the Victorian era came in a vast array of styles. Romantic period jewelry featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. The best way to tell if jewelry is Victorian is generally to work with an antiques appraiser or otherwise qualified professional in the jewelry industry. Shop a collection of antique Victorian jewelry from some of the world's top jewelers on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian mourning brooch?

As the name suggests, mourning jewelry represents connection to a deceased individual or loved one. In the Victorian era, people were expected to wear mourning clothing and accessories following the death of a loved one. As brooches were popular during the Victorian period, they became a favorite for those who wanted to memorialize the dead. Find a collection of vintage and antique brooches on 1stDibs today.

What is a Victorian fainting couch?

A Victorian fainting couch is a piece of furniture that has one raised end and one low end. It accommodates one person who rests their back against the high end and stretches their legs out along the seat. Today, this piece of furniture is known as a chaise lounge. Find a selection of fainting couches on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian sofa called?

A settee is the name given to long couches from the 17th century that were similar to the modern sofa but often much more elaborate than functional. Victorian furniture featured ornate carvings, heavy and luxurious fabrics and dark hardwoods. Shop a range of antique and vintage sofas and settees on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian book chain?

A Victorian book chain is a piece of jewelry — usually a necklace — that can be found in gold, sterling silver and other materials. Each link in the chain is a rectangle-shaped piece of folded metal that resembles a book. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Victorian book chains from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian slipper chair?

A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian-cut diamond?

A Victorian-cut diamond features a top crown that is distinctly multifaceted — it has a small table and step-cut bottom pavilion that comprises 73 facets. It appears quite large when set. Relatedly, rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry and are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian.

What is a Victorian rocking horse?

A Victorian rocking horse is a child’s toy produced during the Victorian era, which refers to the years of the reign of Queen Victoria of England, 1837 to 1901. Prior to the industrialization that took shape during the 19th century, which allowed these structures to be mass-produced, rocking horses were hand-carved in wood and hand-painted to resemble a horse. Two rockers, mirroring those of modern rocking chairs, are attached to the horse’s legs, and when a child sits on the seat, the horse gently rocks back and forth. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique rocking horses.

How do I identify Victorian furniture?

To identify Victorian furniture, look closely at the details. Victorian furniture is regal, ornate and luxurious. Growing out of the earlier Gothic and Louis XV styles, it came into its own in the mid-1800s, during the reign of Queen Victoria in England. Some key characteristics of furniture from the period include curved lines and stately proportions, floral and geometric patterns, highly detailed embellishments and the use of rich, often exotic woods. If you are unsure whether a particular piece is Victorian, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide range of Victorian furniture on 1stDibs.

Victorian Under Glass

Recessed Medicine Cabinet

Etruscan Silverware

Elkington Silver Salver

Eloquence By Lunt

John Turton

King Richard Sterling Flatware

Lunt Modern Victorian

Spode Christmas

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass

Antique Summer Garden Party Service, Austrian, Glass, Tableware Set, Victorian

H 8.08 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Victorian Bohemian Harrach Enamel Glass Potpurri Holder with Metal Fitments

By Harrach Glassworks

Located in Worcester Park, GB

Unusual enamelled and gilded Victorian Harrach Potpurri holder with original white metal feet and

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Antique 1890s Czech Late Victorian Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Victorian Bohemian Harrach Enamel Glass Potpurri Holder with Metal Fitments

H 7.09 in Dm 6.7 in

Antique Apothecary Medicine Cup, English, Glass, Chemist's Measure, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique apothecary medicine cup. An English, glass and leather chemist's measure, dating

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Antique Late 19th Century British Glass

Materials

Glass

Antique Apothecary Medicine Cup, English, Glass, Chemist's Measure, Victorian

H 2.56 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in

Outstanding quality pair of antique Victorian continental figures

Located in Ipswich, GB

Outstanding quality pair of antique Victorian continental figures with the original glass domes

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass

Outstanding quality pair of antique Victorian continental figures

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H 23.63 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Sterling Silver Glass Decanters French Victorian Tableware Neoclassical a pair

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

A pair of antique sterling silver and glass decanters Style: Louis XVI, Neoclassical, Victorian

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Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Glass Decanters French Victorian Tableware Neoclassical a pair

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H 10.2 in W 4.3 in D 2 in

Antique Pair of English Victorian Silver Plate and Cut Glass Centrepieces, 1883s

By Elkington & Co.

Located in London, GB

This is an intricate and exquisitely made antique pair of English Victorian parcel gilt silver

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Pair of English Victorian Silver Plate and Cut Glass Centrepieces, 1883s

H 11.82 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in

Victorian Wax Flower Basket Still Life Under Oval Glass Dome

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Victorian Wax Flower Basket Still Life Under Oval Glass Dome USA, Circa 1880 An exquisite

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Antique Late 19th Century American High Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Glass, Wood

Victorian Wax Flower Basket Still Life Under Oval Glass Dome

H 16 in W 14 in D 10 in

Victorian Wax Flower Still Life Basket Under Round Glass Dome

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Victorian Wax Flower Still Life Basket Under Round Glass Dome USA, Circa 1880 A glimpse of the

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Antique Late 19th Century American High Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Glass, Wood

Victorian Wax Flower Still Life Basket Under Round Glass Dome

H 14 in Dm 12 in

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Cream Jugs

By James Wakely & Frank Clarke Wheeler

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive pair of antique Victorian English sterling silver sparrow beak style creamers

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Cream Jugs

H 3.1 in Dm 1.5 in

Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Hobnail-Cut Claret Jug With Hinged Lid

By Heath & Middleton

Located in New York, NY

Victorian, sterling silver-mounted hobnail-cut glass claret jug, with hinged lid, London, year

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Hobnail-Cut Claret Jug With Hinged Lid

H 8 in Dm 4.5 in

Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Pottery Brandy Jug

By H. Matthews

Located in New York, NY

Victorian, sterling silver-mounted, pottery brandy jug, Birmingham, England, 1891, H. Matthews

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Pottery Brandy Jug

H 7.5 in Dm 5 in

Bohemian Art Nouveau Harrach Blue and White Botanical Cameo Glass Vase, 1860

By Harrach Glassworks

Located in Worcester Park, GB

A rare early Victorian Harrach cameo vase in blue, cased on both sides with opaque white, and cut

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Antique 1860s Czech Early Victorian Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Bohemian Art Nouveau Harrach Blue and White Botanical Cameo Glass Vase, 1860

H 11 in Dm 4 in

Victorian Ludwig Wessel Majolica Cucumber Dish

Located in Haarlem, NL

Magnificent rare Victorian vegetable serving Majolica dish made by the Ludwig Wessel at the

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Antique 1880s German Victorian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Earthenware

Victorian Ludwig Wessel Majolica Cucumber Dish

H 0.79 in W 5.52 in D 14.97 in

Pair Victorian Cast Silver Scallop Shell Caddy Spoons

By George Hunt

Located in Montreal, QC

A very fine quality pair of caddy spoons with scallop shell bowls, twisted handles and whelk-shell terminals, by John S Hunt. For a collector of caddy spoons, spoons, or fine silver ...

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Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Pair Victorian Cast Silver Scallop Shell Caddy Spoons

H 1.25 in W 1.75 in D 2.5 in

Antique Victorian John Samuel Hunt Sterling Silver Gilt Beaker

By John Samuel Hunt

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver gilt beaker by John

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Antique 1860s Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian John Samuel Hunt Sterling Silver Gilt Beaker

H 4.18 in Dm 3.82 in

Martin Hall & Co. 1888 Sterling Silver Victorian Large Gallery Tray

By Martin Hall & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Martin, Hall & Co. sterling silver gallery tray from 1888 (Victorian era), made in Sheffield

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Martin Hall & Co. 1888 Sterling Silver Victorian Large Gallery Tray

H 3.5 in W 17.5 in D 27.6 in

Antique Victorian 1883 Scottish Sterling Silver Christening Bowl and Spoon

By Hamilton & Inches Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver Christening bowl and

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 1883 Scottish Sterling Silver Christening Bowl and Spoon

H 3 in Dm 4.1 in

Victorian Chiseled And Engraved Sterling Silver Basket With Handle

Located in Prato, Tuscany

We kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our items. Beauti...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Early Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Chiseled And Engraved Sterling Silver Basket With Handle

H 8.27 in Dm 11.03 in

Early Victorian Pierced Sterling Mustard Pot by John Angell and George Angell

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Fine English pierced sterling silver and white glass covered floral mustard pot, London, 1848

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early Victorian Pierced Sterling Mustard Pot by John Angell and George Angell

H 3 in W 4 in D 2.62 in

Mid-19th Century American Victorian Silver Plated Pitcher on Stand

Located in Forney, TX

finish, exceptionally executed in high Victorian style, the highly decorated, richly detailed lidded

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Antique Mid-19th Century American High Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid-19th Century American Victorian Silver Plated Pitcher on Stand

H 18 in W 9 in D 13 in

Antique Hallmarked &Stamped Victorian circa 1880 2 Gallon Copper & Brass Pitcher

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original circa 1860-1880 Victorian Copper & Brass

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Antique 1880s English High Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Brass, Copper

Antique Hallmarked &Stamped Victorian circa 1880 2 Gallon Copper & Brass Pitcher

H 12.01 in W 12.6 in D 14.57 in

Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Salver 19th Century

By William Hutton & Sons

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful antique silver plated Victorian salver bearing the makers mark of William

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Salver 19th Century

H 1.58 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Castle-Top Card Case by Nathaniel Mills

By Nathaniel Mills

Located in Uckfield, Sussex

Nathaniel Mills castle-top card case, depicting St Paul’s Cathedral London, in high relief. The card case is shaped in a rectangular form with the view surrounded by scroll, flowerhe...

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Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Castle-Top Card Case by Nathaniel Mills

H 4 in W 2.75 in D 0.5 in

Charles S. Harris English Sterling Silver 1888 Rare Victorian Spoon Warmer

By Charles Harris

Located in New York, NY

Charles Stuart Harris, English, sterling silver 1888, two-handled rare spoon warmer with an elegant design standing on 4 legs with fluted motifs at the bottom and an engraved eagle n...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Charles S. Harris English Sterling Silver 1888 Rare Victorian Spoon Warmer

H 3 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

Antique Victorian Silverplate Centrepiece James Deakin 19th Century

By James Deakin & Sons

Located in London, GB

This is a fine quality antique silver-plated Victorian centrepiece bearing the makers stamp to the

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silverplate Centrepiece James Deakin 19th Century

H 22.45 in W 20.48 in D 10.24 in

Victorian Sterling Silver Tableware Carneool Agate Flatware Pie Scoop Server

By Edward & Sons, Sheffield 1, Gorham, Wallace Silversmiths, Dorlyn Silversmiths, Tiffany & Co.

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

Victorian - Biedermeier pattern Origin The Netherlands Hallmarked : on the back ( see pictures

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Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch High Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Tableware Carneool Agate Flatware Pie Scoop Server

H 0.8 in W 10.2 in D 1.4 in

Victorian glug glug decanter bottle in cut crystal and sterling silver

Located in ARGENTEUIL, FR

Very beautiful glug glug decanter bottle in cut crystal and solid English silver. The bottom of the bottle cut with a diamond-tipped twisted wheel. A star is engraved under the base....

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Victorian glug glug decanter bottle in cut crystal and sterling silver

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H 6.89 in Dm 2.76 in

Victorian Sterling Silver Tableware Carneool Agate Flatware Serving Set Antique

By Gorham, Edward & Sons, Sheffield 1, Wallace Silversmiths, Dorlyn Silversmiths, Tiffany & Co.

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

Antique sterling silver & Agate serving set. Fabulous floral engravings on the fork and spoon. Handles made of ribbed agate Condition good. Fully hallmarked. Year letter 1899 Sil...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch High Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Tableware Carneool Agate Flatware Serving Set Antique

H 0.8 in W 10.2 in D 1.4 in

Antique Large English Victorian Silver Plated Salver 19th Century

By Elkington & Co.

Located in London, GB

This is a large wonderful antique silver plated Victorian salver bearing the makers marks for the

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Large English Victorian Silver Plated Salver 19th Century

H 2.17 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Victorian Sterling Silver Gilt and Cut Crystal Claret Jug, 1873, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful antique Victorian sterling silver-gilt mounted claret jug, with makers mark for

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Gilt and Cut Crystal Claret Jug, 1873, 19th Century

H 10.24 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in

Meriden Britannia Company Victorian Silver Plate Coffee Set

By Meriden Britannia Company

Located in Pasadena, CA

Meriden Britannia company Victorian silver plate coffee set with coffee pot cream, sugar, and

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Meriden Britannia Company Victorian Silver Plate Coffee Set

H 11.5 in W 9.5 in D 6.5 in

Victorian Antique Silver Plate Centrepiece with Sheep Made circa 1880

Located in London, London

Made circa 1880, this attractive, Victorian, antique silver plated centrepiece, features a central

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Victorian Antique Silver Plate Centrepiece with Sheep Made circa 1880

H 25.6 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in

Antique Victorian Oval Silver Plated Tray Walker & Hall, 19th Century

By Walker & Hall

Located in London, GB

This is a momumental beautiful antique English Victorian neo-classical oval silver-plated twin

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Oval Silver Plated Tray Walker & Hall, 19th Century

H 1.78 in W 28.55 in D 7.09 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Gallery Tray Lee & Wigfull Late 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a lovely superb quality antique Victorian silver plated on copper gallery tray bearing the

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Antique 1880s Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Gallery Tray Lee & Wigfull Late 19th Century

H 3.55 in W 22.45 in D 15.75 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Twin Handled Tray Walker & Hall, 1880

By Walker & Hall

Located in London, GB

This is a large wonderful antique English Victorian silver-plated Tray by Walker & Hall, circa 1880

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Twin Handled Tray Walker & Hall, 1880

H 1.97 in W 14.97 in D 12.21 in

George Jones Majolica Fish Tureen, Mackerel, Victorian ca 1875

By George Jones

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning fish tureen with cover made by George Jones in about 1875. The piece is made of majolica in the shape of a basket with a mackerel on the cover. This tureen would...

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica

George Jones Majolica Fish Tureen, Mackerel, Victorian ca 1875

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H 4 in W 15.75 in D 6.25 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Biscuit by Box Fenton Brothers 19thC

By Fenton Brothers

Located in London, GB

This is a highly decorative antique Victorian silver plated folding biscuit box, the base bearing

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Biscuit by Box Fenton Brothers 19thC

H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 5.91 in

Walter & John Barnard Gilt Sterling Silver 1892 Victorian Punch Bowl Centerpiece

By Edward Barnard & Sons, Barnard Brothers, Walter and John Barnard

Located in New York, NY

adorning the base and body, gilt inside, from 1892 (Victorian era). It measures 11 1/2'' diameter by 8'' in

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Walter & John Barnard Gilt Sterling Silver 1892 Victorian Punch Bowl Centerpiece

H 8 in Dm 11.5 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Biscuit Box Fenton Brothers, 19th Century

By Fenton Brothers

Located in London, GB

This is a highly decorative antique Victorian silver plated folding biscuit box, the base bearing

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Biscuit Box Fenton Brothers, 19th Century

H 9.85 in W 9.06 in D 5.52 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plate Claret Jug by Elkington, 19th Century

By Elkington & Co.

Located in London, GB

This is a fine Victorian silver plated claret jug, bearing the makers' mark of the renowned

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plate Claret Jug by Elkington, 19th Century

H 15.75 in W 5.91 in D 5.12 in

Victorian Silver Plated Folding Biscuit Box by Elkington, 19th Century

By Elkington & Co.

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique Victorian silver plated folding biscuit box, the base bearing the

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Victorian Silver Plated Folding Biscuit Box by Elkington, 19th Century

H 9.45 in W 8.27 in D 5.12 in

Pair Victorian Silver Plated Five-Light Candelabra by Elkington 19th Century

By Elkington & Co.

Located in London, GB

This is a truly magnificent and highly distinguished pair of antique Victorian silver-plated five

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair Victorian Silver Plated Five-Light Candelabra by Elkington 19th Century

H 20.87 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Coffee Pot Boardman Glossop & Co, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a lovely antique Victorian silver plated coffee pot by Boardman Glossop & Co, Sheffield

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Coffee Pot Boardman Glossop & Co, 19th Century

H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 6.3 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, Late 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is an impressive antique Victorian silver plated Doric column table lamp, circa 1890 in date

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, Late 19th C

H 22.05 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in

Antique Reed & Barton Silver Plate Etched Glass Cruet Condiment Caddy Set

By Reed & Barton

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Victorian Reed & Barton cruet condiment set featuring pressed and etched glass bottles with

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal

Antique Reed & Barton Silver Plate Etched Glass Cruet Condiment Caddy Set

H 16.875 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in

Minton Majolica Game Pie Tureen, Rabbit, Mallard and Dove, Victorian 1881

By Minton

Located in London, GB

azure blue that was very fashionable during the Victorian era. Throughout the different phases of its

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica

Minton Majolica Game Pie Tureen, Rabbit, Mallard and Dove, Victorian 1881

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H 7.25 in W 13.75 in D 8.75 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Sugar Caster William Batt & Sons 1860, 19th C

Located in London, GB

A large beautiful Victorian silver plated sugar caster made by William Batt & Sons Ltd, circa 1860

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Sugar Caster William Batt & Sons 1860, 19th C

H 9.06 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Victorian Oneida Silver Plated Footed Serving Bowl 2 Community Plate Spoons USA

By Oneida

Located in Miami, FL

Victorian Ornate American lovely silverplate footed compote by Oneida Silversmiths. It comes with

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Vintage 1950s American Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate, Steel

Victorian Oneida Silver Plated Footed Serving Bowl 2 Community Plate Spoons USA

H 3.75 in Dm 7.5 in

Pair of Victorian Silver Vegetable Tureens with Warming Bases, London, 1845

By Joseph Angell & Son

Located in Cornwall, GB

This superb pair of vegetable tureens or large entree dishes are of shaped, raised and fluted lobed form, surmounted with removable acanthus handles. The lid is engraved to both sid...

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Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Victorian Silver Vegetable Tureens with Warming Bases, London, 1845

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H 8.47 in W 11.03 in D 13.59 in

Glass And Silver Gilt Wine Coolers By Hunt & Roskell

Located in New Orleans, LA

Reserved exclusively for the era’s most affluent, these exceptionally rare glass and silver gilt

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wine Coolers

Materials

Silver

Glass And Silver Gilt Wine Coolers By Hunt & Roskell

H 13.75 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated and Cut Crystal Claret Jug Elkington & Co 19th C

By Elkington & Co.

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful Antique Victorian silver plated claret jug, by the renowned Victorian

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated and Cut Crystal Claret Jug Elkington & Co 19th C

H 10.63 in W 7.09 in D 5.91 in

Antique Water Purifying Filter, English, Ceramic, Decorative, Victorian, C.1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Victorian period, circa 1870. Fascinating filtration system representing Victorian ingenuity Displays a

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Antique Late 19th Century British Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Water Purifying Filter, English, Ceramic, Decorative, Victorian, C.1870

H 14.38 in W 13.59 in D 12.41 in

English Aesthetic Silver-Plate And Blown Glass Bridal Bowl

Located in New Orleans, LA

bell flowers, glass bridal bowl, having a perching bird with open beak under a canopy of leaves and

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Antique 1880s English Aesthetic Movement Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

English Aesthetic Silver-Plate And Blown Glass Bridal Bowl

H 12.75 in Dm 7 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plate on Copper Punch Bowl / wine Cooler 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique Victorian silver plate on copper pedestal punch bowl or wine cooler

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Antique 1860s Wine Coolers

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Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plate on Copper Punch Bowl / wine Cooler 19th C

H 5.91 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in

Victorian Sphinx Egyptian Revival Mappin & Webb Silver Plate Biscuit Barrel Box

By Mappin & Webb

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Elaborate figural Egyptian Revival Victorian biscuit jar made by Mappin & Webb during the 19th

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Antique Late 19th Century English Egyptian Revival Sheffield and Silverp...

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Silver Plate

Victorian Sphinx Egyptian Revival Mappin & Webb Silver Plate Biscuit Barrel Box

H 7 in W 7.25 in D 5.5 in

Antique Silver Plated Water or Lemonade Tipping Pot Set with Glass and Stand

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Company in circa 1890 in the period Victorian style. This silver plated set consists of a large lined pot

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Antique Late 19th Century North American High Victorian Sheffield and Si...

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Metal

Antique Silver Plated Water or Lemonade Tipping Pot Set with Glass and Stand

H 19.25 in W 9.5 in D 13.25 in

Late 19th Century Automaton of a Monkey under Glass Dome

Located in Dublin 8, IE

. Relaxing under a tree of silk leaves, the monkey, smoking his pipe and knoking back a glass of claret has a

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Antique 1880s French Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Wood, Silk

Late 19th Century Automaton of a Monkey under Glass Dome

H 27 in W 18 in D 8 in

Novelty Silver Mounted Lyre Decanter Hukin & Heath

By Heath & Middleton

Located in Northampton, GB

unusual late 19th-century Novelty Decanter. The Decanter modelled as a classical Lyre with glass body

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Barware

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Novelty Silver Mounted Lyre Decanter Hukin & Heath

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H 9.45 in W 6.3 in D 3.15 in

Vintage White Porcelain Cat Pitcher Made in Italy

Located in North Hollywood, CA

jug. Victorian style jug of a cat looking over the edge of milk churn. Made after the Victorian

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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Pitchers

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Ceramic

Vintage White Porcelain Cat Pitcher Made in Italy

H 8 in W 6.5 in D 4.5 in

Circa 1870s large Staffordshire spill vase, English

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1870s large Staffordshire spill vase, English. Featuring a Scottish huntsman with his rifle & spaniel, dispatched pheasant at their feet. Hairline his back left shoulder to und...

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Ceramics

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Ceramic

Circa 1870s large Staffordshire spill vase, English

H 15.25 in W 4.63 in D 7.5 in

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Victorian Under Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of victorian under glass you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, wood and ceramic. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of victorian under glass you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of victorian under glass, designed in the Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of victorian under glass over the years, but those crafted by George Jones, Minton and Towle Silversmiths are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Victorian Under Glass?

The average selling price for a piece of victorian under glass at 1stDibs is $2,500, while they’re typically $440 on the low end and $46,000 for the highest priced.

Questions About Victorian Under Glass

What is a Victorian what-not?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A what-not is a French piece of furniture featuring an open-shelf design for small knick-knacks or ornaments. It’s generally a smaller piece of furniture used for display purposes. Browse a selection of what-not shelves on 1stDibs to proudly display your favorite collectibles.
What is a Victorian chatelaine?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A Victorian chatelaine is a decorative clasp worn by women on the waist during the Victorian era. These were popular between the 16th and 18th centuries, and during the 19th century, they weren’t seen as often but were still considered fashionable. Women suspended useful household accessories from a chatelaine, including scissors, a needle case for sewing, keys and more. While all members of society wore chatelaines, the especially sculptural ones were donned in public and were sometimes considered a fashion statement. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Victorian chatelaines from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
What is a Victorian Canterbury?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Victorian canterbury is a type of furniture designed to hold sheet music. Canterburies are often designed with a drawer beneath for storage and are crafted with high-quality wood or metal, or a combination of both. Browse a selection of canterburies from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a Victorian ring?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Victorian rings are usually made with fine metals and feature impressive gemstones in ornate settings. The style of Victorian jewelry was defined during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837 to 1901). Early Victorian rings were large, brightly colored, and boldly designed, with gemstones such as bloodstones, chalcedonies, garnets, moss agate, rubies, smoky quartz and topazes. During the mid-Victorian period, the designs were more sophisticated, using gemstones such as opals, crystals, emeralds, diamonds, pearls, black glass, jet, and rubies. In the late-Victorian period, platinum became widely used in the jewelry of the era and replaced gold and silver settings for the first time. Find a collection of antique and vintage Victorian rings on 1stDibs.
What is a Victorian Chiffonier?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Victorian chiffonier is a type of low, two-door cupboard with a long cutlery drawer and shelves on top. It’s similar to a sideboard but distinguished by its smaller size. Shop a collection of antique Victorian chiffoniers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a Victorian washstand?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
A Victorian washstand is a cabinet or stand designed to hold a pitcher and a basin. During the Victorian era, people used washstands to brush their teeth, wash their faces and perform other grooming tasks in their bedrooms. Shop a collection of washstands on 1stDibs.
Did Victorians have marble fireplaces?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Yes, Victorians had marble fireplaces. During the era, people also had fireplaces made of wood and other types of stone. The fireplace provided a source of heat and light on chilly nights. On 1stDibs, shop a range of fireplaces from some of the world’s top sellers.
What clothes did Victorians wear?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Queen Victoria influenced fashion quite a bit during her reign. However, only the wealthy women had the luxury of wearing classic Victorian garb: corsets beneath full-skirted silk and satin dresses. Wealthy men dressed just as elaborately as their female counterparts: suits with long frock coats and bow ties. Poor Victorians, on the other hand, tended to wear thin cotton or linen clothing.
What is a Victorian vesta case?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A vesta case is a small box that’s designed to hold matches. The name Vesta is taken from the Roman goddess of the hearth. Interestingly, in the 1830s, friction matches became as popular as strike-anywhere matches. However, they were unstable and could combust at any time, so a case to hold and protect the individual matches was necessary. Shop a range of antique and vintage vesta cases on 1stDibs.
What is a Victorian morning room?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
The Victorian morning room is a room where the lady of the house prepares for the day ahead. The room is usually filled with light, bright furnishings and a writing desk where the mistress spends her mornings to keep her household running smoothly. You can find a variety of Victorian furniture on 1stDibs.
What is Victorian furniture style?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Victorian furniture often features dark woods with ornate carvings, heavy luxurious fabrics and often features natural images. Painted and gilded accents add to the luxe feel. From 1830 to 1890, during the reign of Queen Victoria, this very ornate style was popular with a great mix of other styles. Shop a collection of Victorian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if jewelry is Victorian?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To be able to tell if jewelry is Victorian, a buyer can look for certain characteristics that have come to define these pieces, but it may be difficult given that no single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and snake jewels made during the Victorian era came in a vast array of styles. Romantic period jewelry featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. The best way to tell if jewelry is Victorian is generally to work with an antiques appraiser or otherwise qualified professional in the jewelry industry. Shop a collection of antique Victorian jewelry from some of the world's top jewelers on 1stDibs.
What is a Victorian mourning brooch?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
As the name suggests, mourning jewelry represents connection to a deceased individual or loved one. In the Victorian era, people were expected to wear mourning clothing and accessories following the death of a loved one. As brooches were popular during the Victorian period, they became a favorite for those who wanted to memorialize the dead. Find a collection of vintage and antique brooches on 1stDibs today.
What is a Victorian fainting couch?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
A Victorian fainting couch is a piece of furniture that has one raised end and one low end. It accommodates one person who rests their back against the high end and stretches their legs out along the seat. Today, this piece of furniture is known as a chaise lounge. Find a selection of fainting couches on 1stDibs.
What is a Victorian sofa called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A settee is the name given to long couches from the 17th century that were similar to the modern sofa but often much more elaborate than functional. Victorian furniture featured ornate carvings, heavy and luxurious fabrics and dark hardwoods. Shop a range of antique and vintage sofas and settees on 1stDibs.
What is a Victorian book chain?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A Victorian book chain is a piece of jewelry — usually a necklace — that can be found in gold, sterling silver and other materials. Each link in the chain is a rectangle-shaped piece of folded metal that resembles a book. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Victorian book chains from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
What is a Victorian slipper chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a Victorian-cut diamond?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A Victorian-cut diamond features a top crown that is distinctly multifaceted — it has a small table and step-cut bottom pavilion that comprises 73 facets. It appears quite large when set. Relatedly, rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry and are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian.
What is a Victorian rocking horse?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
A Victorian rocking horse is a child’s toy produced during the Victorian era, which refers to the years of the reign of Queen Victoria of England, 1837 to 1901. Prior to the industrialization that took shape during the 19th century, which allowed these structures to be mass-produced, rocking horses were hand-carved in wood and hand-painted to resemble a horse. Two rockers, mirroring those of modern rocking chairs, are attached to the horse’s legs, and when a child sits on the seat, the horse gently rocks back and forth. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique rocking horses.
How do I identify Victorian furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
To identify Victorian furniture, look closely at the details. Victorian furniture is regal, ornate and luxurious. Growing out of the earlier Gothic and Louis XV styles, it came into its own in the mid-1800s, during the reign of Queen Victoria in England. Some key characteristics of furniture from the period include curved lines and stately proportions, floral and geometric patterns, highly detailed embellishments and the use of rich, often exotic woods. If you are unsure whether a particular piece is Victorian, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide range of Victorian furniture on 1stDibs.

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