John Tuite Decorative Objects

Hallmarked in London in 1853 by James & Nathaniel Creswick, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Basket, features a cast border, pierced and engraved decoration to the...

George II bracket clock by Thomas Wagstaffe, London Ebonised bell top case surmounted by a hinged brass carrying handle standing on a raised plinth...

Pair of English Georgian brass-bound buckets, circa 1770. Buckets are well made, sturdy, and in excellent condition and completely original and intact. These handsome fine quality b...

Pair of silver form George ll cast paktong candlesticks. The candle shaft rests on square base and fitted with a gadroon edged circular bobesh. Birmingham, England, circa 1750-60.

This important George III tazza is attributed to famed Scottish-Swedish architect Sir William Chambers. The magnificent piece features a base carved from statuary marble in the shape of a stylized dolphin, which relates to Chambers' extraordinary 18th-century architectural designs. A marvel of beauty and craftsmanship, the tazza is also inset with specimens of Derbyshire Blue John in both the plinth and bowl. Blue John is one of the most in-demand decorative stones in the world, and its inclusion in this piece elevates the tazza to a true Georgian masterpiece. Due to its popularity, the largest veins of Blue John had disappeared by the early 19th century, and only a small amount of the stone remains today. Because of its scarcity, most examples of Blue John furniture feature only small inset veneers. By contrast, this rare tazza features not one, but two substantial specimens of the stone. It represents some of the last ornamental wares created of such grand size and proportion, though other smaller examples still grace the stately British estates of Chatsworth, Hardwick, Kedleston and Haddon, among others. Not only does this tazza boast a highly rare material, but it was also designed by one of the most important architects and designers of the Georgian era. Sir William Chambers was a Scottish-Swedish architect based in London who was active during the reigns of Kings George II and George III. Celebrated for his combination of English Palladianism...

A Pair of Irish George III Mahogany Brass Bound Peat Buckets with untouched mahogany surface, and brass handles. Additional information: Dimension: Height: 39.5 cm, 15 1/2″ Diameter...

Hallmarked in London in 1753 by Edward Aldridge, this attractive, George II, Antique Sterling Silver Sweetmeat Basket, features slat piercing, rope borders, and a twist handle. The b...

This pair of pottery plates in the "Old Chelsea" pattern features a vibrant central design of birds surrounded by pink, orange, and yellow roses, along with green leaves. A wide rim adorned with flowers encircles the central scene, and the edge is highlighted with brown trim. Marks: Over a royal crown "OLD CHELSEA Ceramic...

Hallmarked in London in 1900 by Charles Stuart Harris, this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Basket, features shaped reed borders and a reed detailed swing handle. The ba...

Hallmarked in London in 1891 by Francis Boone Thomas, this large and impressive antique sterling silver dish displays a fine example of late Victorian craftsmanship. Oval in form and...

Hallmarked in London in 1767 by Robert Albin Cox, this striking, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Basket, features pierced and punched bead decoration to the sides, shaped gadroon...

Hallmarked in London in 1912 by Jackson & Fullerton, this attractive, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Dish, is oval in shape, and features pierced decoration and cast borders. Th...