George Houston was born in Dalry in 1869 and educated at Saltcoats Public School and Glasgow School of Art. He lived most of his life in Dalry, painting his native Ayrshire, but he also maintained a studio in Glasgow and spent time painting in the Inner Hebrides and around Loch Fyne. Houston became an Associate of the Royal Scottish Academy in 1909 and then an Academician in 1925. He died a Dalry in 1947.
Edwardian Sterling Silver Vesta Case by George Houston, Golf Scene
By George Houston
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver vesta case with golfing interest; an addition to our sports related silverware colle...
Sterling Silver
George Houston Antique Edwardian 1906 Sterling Silver Vesta Case
By George Houston
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and collectable antique Edwardian English sterling silver vesta case with billiard interest, an addition to our sports related silverware collection. This fine Edwardian sterling silver vesta case has a plain circular form. The anterior surface of this antique sterling silver case is embellished with a chased decorated scene depicting a billiard room with seated characters to the background and male figures playing to the foreground. The reverse surface and sides of the case are plain and unembellished. This piece is fitted with a hinged spring cover and ring loop attachment to the side. This fine antique sterling silver case incorporates a serrated panel/match striker to the underside. Condition This antique vesta case...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,623
H 2.17 in W 2.17 in D 0.6 in
19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Lighter & Vesta Case, London, c.1853
By Henry William Dee, Thornhill
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique mid-19th Century very rare Victorian solid silver vesta case and lighter, in a shape of a horseshoe, opening on both sides, with a compartment for matches and a striker, with wheel to wind the lighter wick, one side is applied with initials "E.H". Hallmarked English Silver (925 standard), London, year 1853 (S), Maker's mark H.W.D (Henry William Dee...
Silver
Cartier Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact Case by
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine Cartier compact case in Art Deco style, circa 1930s. Sterling silver with gold gilt interior. The exterior features engraved line pattern that r...
Silver
$356Sale Price|40% Off
H 3.625 in W 2.5 in D 0.2 in
Art Deco Sterling Combination Coin Compact Card Case, American, circa 1920
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Art Deco sterling combination coin compact card or cigarette Case, American, circa 1920 by Webster Co. Rectangular cushion shape with hand chain attached. Opens to reveal half and fu...
Sterling Silver
$995
H 3.25 in W 2.5 in D 0.25 in
Antique Austrian Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case with Floral & Ribbon Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver and enamel cigarette case is hallmarked by an unknown maker and is presumed to have been made in Austria in approximately 1920. The case is composed of .800 silver and ha...
Silver
Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Russian tsarist silver cigarette case.
Cigarette Case Silver 925 Absolute Striped Salimbeni
By Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Cigarette case silver 925 , striped and oval section in 925/1000 sterling silver. Opening button and spring opening . Early 20th century Art Deco style. ...
Sterling Silver
Antique sterling silver table vesta, Matchbox cover, Salmon
By Grey & Co., Chester
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic and rare antique sterling silver table vesta or matchbook cover. This would have been stood atop a table for many to use, probably in a gentleman's smoking room in a wea...
Sterling Silver
Smart Antique English Sterling Silver Cigar Case / Box
By William Hair Haseler
Located in Bath, GB
A very handsome top-quality four finger cigar case or box made from a heavy gauge of solid English sterling silver weighing 151 grams / 4.86 Troy Ounces. The case is in near mint co...
Sterling Silver
Colen Hewer Cheshire Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
By Colen Hewer Cheshire
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Colen Hewer Cheshire sterling silver cigarette case.
$566
H 36 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Antique Vintage Lady's Gentleman's Walking Stick Sterling Silver Crook Handle
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stylish Well Grained Stepped Partridge Wood Ladies or Gentleman's Walking Stick with Crook Handle and ornate chased Sterling Silver collar and mount, made by English World famous...
Sterling Silver
$612
H 1.58 in W 3.15 in D 0.4 in
Attractive Edwardian antique sterling silver card case hallmarked in 1904
By Adie & Lovekin
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1904 by Adie & Lovekin, this attractive, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Card Case, opens like a purse and is engraved on both sides with swirled a...
Sterling Silver
English Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Holder Case
Located in New York, NY
An English Art Deco period sterling silver cigarette (or other) holder case, circa early-20th century, England. Marked 'Sterling' on inside; please see last image.
Sterling Silver