William Theed
Marble Bust by William Theed the Younger
Located in London, GB
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Signed and dated, 1830
William Theed, the younger (1804 - 9 September 1891) was an English
Category
Antique 19th Century British Classical Roman Busts
Materials
Statuary Marble
From the model by William Theed (1804-91) - Sculpture
Located in Rome, IT
From a model by William Theed (1804-91) - Sculpture, Achilles - 83 cm - Marble. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS
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Mid-20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
William Theed the Younger 1804-91 Marble Bust of William Ewart Gladstone 1868
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A very finely carved marble bust of William Ewart Gladstone dated 1868 and signed W.Theed SC
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Busts
Materials
Marble
H 24.81 in W 13.39 in D 9.85 in
Achilles, in white marble bust
Located in Rome, IT
Achilles, white marble bust of a warrior with a plumed helmet, made from the model of William Theed
Category
Mid-20th Century Busts
Materials
Marble
Prince Edward and Princess Alexandra of Wales by Count Gleichen
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
trained with the British sculptor William Theed. As a sculptor, he carried out several portrait
Category
Antique 1870s English Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique Large William IV Silver Tray Salver by Paul Storr 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
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Antique 1820s English William IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1.19 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Coffee Biggin on Stand 1809 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
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Antique Early 1800s English George III Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver
H 11.82 in W 7.88 in D 7.49 in
Antique Rare Georgian Sterling Silver Teapot by Paul Storr 1812 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
able to transform ideas and designs from Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the
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Antique 1810s English George III Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver
H 6.3 in W 11.03 in D 7.09 in
Antique George III Sterling Silver Salver by Paul Storr 1811 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and
Category
Antique 1810s English George III Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.79 in W 10.44 in D 10.44 in
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Copeland Parian Figure of Rebekah
Located in Cheshire, GB
Opeland parian figure of Rebekah after William Theed, standing full length by a palm, wearing
Category
Early 20th Century British Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Antique William IV Sterling Silver Sugar Bowl by Paul Storr, 1830
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique 1830s English William IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique William IV Silver Teapot Paul Storr, 1826, 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and
Category
Antique 1820s English William IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique William IV Silver Teapot and Coffee Pot Paul Storr 1826 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique 1820s English William IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 9.85 in W 4.73 in D 9.06 in
Antique Large William IV Silver Tray Salver by Paul Storr 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and
Category
Antique 1830s English William IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1.58 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Prince Edward and Princess Alexandra of Wales by Count Gleichen
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
trained with the British sculptor William Theed. As a sculptor, he carried out several portrait
Category
Antique 1870s English Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Lovely Large Silver Antique Paul Storr Goblet Cup
Located in London, GB
, he began his career in 1792 when he went into a brief partnership with William Frisbee. This did not
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Antique 19th Century English Barware
Antique Paul Storr Silver Batchelor's Teapot 1835
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique 19th Century English Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
Antique Paul Storr Silver Batchelor's Teapot 1835
Located in London, GB
& Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John
Category
Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Entree Dish
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique 19th Century English Platters and Serveware
Antique Paul Storr Silver Teapot 1825
Located in London, GB
Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design
Antique Small Silver Mug by Paul Storr London 1816
Located in London, GB
, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and
Category
Antique 19th Century British Sterling Silver
Antique Silver Cream Jug by Paul Storr London, 1830
Located in London, GB
, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and
Category
Antique 1830s English Pitchers
Antique Paul Storr Silver Coffee Pot, 1824
Located in London, GB
& Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John
Category
Antique 19th Century English Serving Pieces
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver 1 Pint Mug 1814
Located in London, GB
, he began his career in 1792 when he went into a brief partnership with William Frisbee. This did not
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Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Teapot Paul Storr 1813
Located in London, GB
designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English More Dining and Entertaining
Antique Large Sterling Silver Tray by Paul Storr 1826
Located in London, GB
Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design
Category
Antique 1820s English Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Teapot Paul Storr, 1826
Located in London, GB
able to transform ideas and designs from Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the
Category
Antique 1820s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Paul Storr Silver Christening Mug, 1817
Located in London, GB
Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Fish Slice, 1827
Located in London, GB
, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and
Category
Antique 1820s English Serving Pieces
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Sauce Tureen, 1820
Located in London, GB
Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design
Category
Antique 1820s English Platters and Serveware
English Regency Sterling Silver Four Bottle Cruet Paul Storr 1820, 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique 1820s English Regency Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 7.49 in W 5.52 in L 7.49 in
Antique Pair of Paul Storr Sterling Silver Serving Dishes, 1799
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II
Category
Antique 1790s English George III Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Coffee Biggin, 1813
Located in London, GB
& Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Tea Sets
Antique Sterling Silver Teapot Paul Storr, 1826
Located in London, GB
Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design
Category
Antique 1820s English Sterling Silver
Antique English Silver Condiment Cruet Paul Storr 1797
Located in London, GB
, he began his career in 1792 when he went into a brief partnership with William Frisbee. This did not
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English More Dining and Entertaining
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Wine Cooler / Cup 1816, 19th C
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
able to transform ideas and designs from Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the
Category
Antique 1810s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique English Regency Silver Four Bottle Tantalus Paul Storr, 1818
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique 1810s English George III Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Pair of Paul Storr Sterling Silver Salvers, 1814
Located in London, GB
Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design
Category
Antique 1810s English George III Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Teapot Paul Storr, 1833
Located in London, GB
and designs from Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head
Category
Antique 1830s English Tea Sets
Antique English George III Sterling Silver Meat Skewer by Paul Storr, 1808
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique Early 1800s English George III Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1.19 in W 14.1 in D 0.12 in
Antique Pair Sterling Silver Entree Dishes and Covers, Paul Storr, London 1838
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
transform ideas and designs from Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller
Category
Antique 1830s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 4.73 in W 14.57 in D 6.3 in
Antique English George IV Sterling Silver Tea Pot by Paul Storr, London, 1829
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
& Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John
Category
Antique 1820s English George IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 7.88 in W 11.03 in D 6.3 in
Antique English George IV Sterling Silver Fruit Bread Basket by Paul Storr, 1823
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique 1820s English George IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 4.73 in W 13 in D 10.63 in
Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Teapot by Paul Storr, 1810, 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
& Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John
Category
Antique 1810s English Georgian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 6.7 in W 7.09 in D 11.82 in
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Sauce Tureen, 1802
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
transform ideas and designs from Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Pair of Paul Storr Sterling Silver Salvers, 1810
Located in London, GB
& Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John
Category
Antique 1810s English George III Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Coffee Pot by Paul Storr, London, 1817
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique 1810s Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Bowl Paul Storr, 1833
Located in London, GB
& Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John
Category
Antique 1830s English Tea Sets
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, 1833
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique 1830s English Tea Sets
Antique Sterling Silver Teapot Paul Storr, 1836
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design
Category
Antique 1830s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Teapot Paul Storr, 1837
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique 1830s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Entree Dish 1796
Located in London, GB
designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English More Dining and Entertaining
Antique Silver Tea Coffee Set of Five Paul Storr Style, 1917
Located in London, GB
, he began his career in 1792 when he went into a brief partnership with William Frisbee. This did not
Category
Vintage 1910s English Tea Sets
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Soup Tureen 1804, 19th C
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
and designs from Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head
Category
Antique Early 1800s English George III Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Entree Dish, 1828
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English More Dining and Entertaining
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Soup Tureen and Stand, 1794
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Sterling Silver
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Coffee Pot on Stand, 1837
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
designs from Rundell, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of
Category
Antique 1830s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Paul Storr Sterling Silver Coffee Pot on Stand, 1837
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
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Antique English Silver Condiment Cruet Set Paul Storr, 18th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II who
Category
Antique Early 1800s English George III Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Set Of Four Salts, John S. Hunt c.1855
By John Samuel Hunt
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
attributed to the sculptor and painter William Theed (1764-1817) due to its resemblance to his bronze group
Category
Antique 19th Century British Other Serving Pieces
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver
H 4.73 in W 4.73 in D 3.15 in
Antique Sterling Silver Teapot Paul Storr, 1809
Located in London, GB
, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique George IV Silver Coffee Pot by Paul Storr London, 1826, 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
, Bridge & Rundell’s designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and
Category
Antique 1820s English George IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 9.85 in W 4.73 in D 9.06 in
Antique Rare Georgian Sterling Silver Teapot by Paul Storr 1817, 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
designers, William Theed II, the chief modeller and head of the design department, and later John Flaxman II
Category
Antique 1810s English George III Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 4.93 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
Monumental, Georgian, Sterling Silver "Warwick Vase" Champagne Wine Cooler
Located in New York, NY
sculptor William theed the elder, who was working for the royal silversmiths rundell, bridge & rundell
Category
Antique 1810s English Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 15.25 in W 22 in D 16 in
Antique Sterling Silver Set Four Oval Salt Cellars London 1805 Paul Storr
By Paul Storr
Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London
(possibly in 1811) with Philip Rundell, John Bridge, Edmund Waller Rundell and William Theed. Obviously
Category
Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
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William Theed For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal william theed for your home. Each william theed for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect william theed — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each william theed bearing Georgian, mid-century modern or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. A well-made william theed has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Paul Storr, Christo and Jeanne-Claude and Elkington & Co. are consistently popular.
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Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You
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.
At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.
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