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Elaborate figural Egyptian Revival Victorian biscuit jar made by Mappin & Webb during the 19th century. This highly stylized piece features a winged sphinx with an Egyptian head piece finial. The piece is heavily engraved and has 4 four plaques that can be personalized. The bottom edge interior and outer edge is beaded and it stands on four stylized claw feet. The bottom is stamped with an early Mappin & Webb hallmark along with W 16 and some etched handwritten numbers as well. A truly spectacular piece that would be a wonderful addition to your home. From Mappin & Webb site: Mappin & Webb is a true British treasure with over 240 years of tradition and historical significance in the world of silver and fine jewellery. Renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design, we have produced exquisite fine jewellery, elegant silverware, watches, glassware and the unique lifestyle accessories that have long been at the heart of affluent British society. It’s a story that began in 1775, when Jonathan Mappin opened a workshop in Sheffield. His mission was to create the most beautifully crafted silverware for British society. Over the immediate years that followed this would see the company expand internationally, receive Royal Warrants and commissions from Monarchs around the world, and become synonymous with excellence, craftsmanship and all things truly British. The Early Years: A Family Partnership. Within a year the first Mappin hallmark was recorded at the assay office and in 1780 Jonathan Mappin was given the Freedom of the Cutlers Company. The ‘Cutlers Company of Hallamshire’, to give it its full title, was incorporated in 1624 to provide jurisdiction over those making cutlery near Sheffield and to promote Sheffield as a place of expertise. The Company and Sheffield’s cutlery...

This antique silver plated mechanical biscuit barrel is completely unsigned, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Victorian style...

The perfect complement to a fine dining affair, this George III-period rolling dessert stand is crafted of desirable Sheffield silver plate. In this modified version of an epergne, this centerpiece features an urn-form basket encircled by pierced circular dishes supported on four arms that radiate from the center. In between are ten glass dessert cups...

A beautiful silver plated biscuit barrel on a tray. The tray and the barrel are marked, but the marks are very small, maker unknown. Estimated date and origin: France, circa 1960. ...

This ornate silver plated serving tray was made in England in approximately 1920 in a Victorian style. The tray has ornately decorated handles and outer rim done with a scrolling flo...

This antique biscuit barrel or box was made by the Reproduction Sheffield & Silver Plate firm of England and dates to approximately 1920 and don...

This silver plated biscuit barrel is hallmarked by an unknown maker, and originates from England and dating to approximately 1910 and done in the period Edwardian style. This biscuit...

An antique Victorian round silver plate biscuit barrel is a charming and elegant piece that reflects the design sensibilities of the Victorian era. This exquisite container is crafte...

This is an exquisite cut glass and silver plate biscuit box by John Round Sheffield, dating from the late 19th Century. The the cylindrical body features a cut glass liner with di...

Midcentury silver plate grape stand featuring a ruffled edge bowl with ball feet and a simple curved rack to hold the grapes. The rack can be removed for s...

This antique oval shaped and silver plated biscuit barrel was made in England in approximately 1880 in a period Victorian style. This biscuit barrel has an oval shape with a hinged l...

This antique silver plated tipping water or lemonade set was made by the Toronto Silver Plate Company in circa 1890 in the period Victorian style. This silver plated set consists of a large lined pot which sits securely on a silver plated stand and a silver plated goblet...