Mappin & Webb Ceramics

British

Appointed the Crown Jeweler in 2012, Mappin & Webb is one of the most widely recognized makers of silver and luxury goods in the world. With a roster of prestigious clients that has included six British monarchs as well as Charles Dickens, Winston Churchill and Harry Houdini, the historic firm has supplied fine jewelry and silver objects for royalty all over the globe including the Russian Imperial Household, the Siamese royal family and the Indian Maharaja.

Mappin & Webb’s origins are rooted in Jonathan Mappin’s workshop in Sheffield. He opened in 1775 with the intent to serve British society with the highest quality silverware ever made. His son and grandson, both named Joseph, carried on his vision until the mid-19th century when his four great-grandsons incorporated the business into Mappin Brothers Ltd. and embarked on a substantial expansion of the firm.

Nearing 1860, two of the great-grandsons, eldest Sir William Mappin and youngest John Mappin, left to pursue other opportunities. John opened his own business, Mappin & Company, and was joined two years later by his brother-in-law George Webb. Webb passed away in 1868 — the same year that saw the family form Mappin & Webb Co.

Webb’s name lived on in the company even after 1889 when the company became Mappin & Webb Ltd. In 1897, Mappin & Webb were granted their first Royal Warrant as silversmiths to Queen Victoria. The firm has been a holder of Royal Warrants since then.

Mappin & Webb supplied soldiers in the battle of Omdurman with their acclaimed Campaign watch. The company also supported wartime efforts during both World Wars in their enormous factory in Sheffield. Today Mappin & Webb is among the most prominent makers of Sheffield silver in the world.

Watches of Switzerland Operations Ltd. acquired Mappin & Webb in 1998 after a series of mergers and acquisitions.

Find antique Mappin & Webb serveware, decorative objects and other collectibles on 1stDibs.

Creator: Mappin & Webb

English Victorian Ceramic "Whisky" Carafe In Caddy, c.1888

$751

English Victorian Ceramic "Whisky" Carafe In Caddy, c.1888

By Mappin & Webb

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous ceramic whisky flask or carafe, beautifully made with the body imitating basket weave with a life-like twisted rope border and handle. The l...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Silver Plate

Victorian Decanter Set in Oak Caddy, Crystal & Metal, England, 19th C.

$1,230

H 15 in W 13 in D 6 in

Victorian Decanter Set in Oak Caddy, Crystal & Metal, England, 19th C.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th C. English decanter set housed in a wooden and metal-framed caddy. There are three crystal decanters with intricate crosshatched and diamond-patterned designs. Each decanter h...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Cut Crystal Glass Whisky Decanter/ Carafe Barware Handcrafted in Italy

$795 / item

H 6.11 in Dm 3.94 in

Cut Crystal Glass Whisky Decanter/ Carafe Barware Handcrafted in Italy

By WARM, Corinna Warm

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Crystal Glass Decanter with solid glass stopper, hand-crafted in Italy The 'Well' collection was conceived to elevate and celebrate drinking water in a vessel worthy of its importance. In collaboration with Italian crystal company Mario Cioni, Designer Corinna Warm created a unique, handcrafted, mouth blown, cut crystal water carafe...

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2010s Italian Modern Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Crystal

Antique Willow Pattern Serving Plate, English, Ceramic, Meat Dish, Victorian

$810Sale Price|20% Off

H 1.97 in W 21.66 in D 17.33 in

Antique Willow Pattern Serving Plate, English, Ceramic, Meat Dish, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Willow Pattern serving plate. An English, ceramic decorative meat dish, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850. Accentua...

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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Mortar and Pestle Duo, English, Ceramic, Kitchen, Apothecary, Victorian

$1,470Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 5.12 in W 11.42 in D 11.82 in

Antique Mortar and Pestle Duo, English, Ceramic, Kitchen, Apothecary, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique mortar and pestle duo. An English, ceramic and beech apothecary or cookery aid, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Of great proportion, across two generous mortar bowls Displaying a desirable aged patina with light signs of use Naturally finished ceramic a tactile delight, with crisp white hues Quality turned beech handle to pestle shows fine grain interest Each bowl engraved to base 'Warranted Acid Proof' and numbered 9 and 6 Impressive weight to each piece at 6.25kg (13.77 lb) and 2.98kg (6.56 lb) respectively In the hand, the pestle feels substantial at 0.86kg (1.89 lb) This is a quality antique mortar and pestle duo with a delightfully clean appearance and great size. As useful today as they were over 100 years ago, this duo will also make fine display items upon a kitchen work top...

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Beech

Stig Lindberg Black White Domino Ceramic Plate, Vide-poche, Gustavsberg, 1950s

$900

H 1 in W 8 in D 8 in

Stig Lindberg Black White Domino Ceramic Plate, Vide-poche, Gustavsberg, 1950s

By Stig Lindberg

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful black and white "Domino" tray / plate / bowl / vide-poche, made of stoneware / ceramic from the 1950s, designed by Stig Lindberg, executed by Gustavsberg Sweden. A lovely...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Antique Finger Bowl, English, Decorative Ceramic Serving Dish, Victorian, C.1900

$438Sale Price|20% Off

H 3.15 in Dm 6.89 in

Antique Finger Bowl, English, Decorative Ceramic Serving Dish, Victorian, C.1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique finger bowl. An English, decorative ceramic serving dish, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Charming bowl with an ap...

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Gilt Japanese Sake Cups or Miniature Salt Bowls a Set of Five, Japan

$350 / set

H 1 in Dm 2 in

Ceramic Gilt Japanese Sake Cups or Miniature Salt Bowls a Set of Five, Japan

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A set of five ceramic handpainted Japanese sake cups. Each cup is round and sits upon a delicate footed base. Each has been hand-painted on the insi...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Gold

Antique Decorative Flagon, English, Ceramic, Silver, Arthur Barlow, Victorian

$690Sale Price|20% Off

H 6.7 in W 4.34 in D 4.73 in

Antique Decorative Flagon, English, Ceramic, Silver, Arthur Barlow, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique decorative flagon. An English, ceramic and silver art pottery jug by Arthur Barlow for Doulton, dating to the Victorian period, hallmarked 1871. Of collector inte...

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Silver

Staffordshire Ceramic Antique Hand Painted Bone China Liquor Sherry Bottle Tag

$150

H 4.75 in W 2 in D 0.01 in

Staffordshire Ceramic Antique Hand Painted Bone China Liquor Sherry Bottle Tag

By Staffordshire

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Antique liquor bottle decanter Sherry tag. This tag is created from fine bone china porcelain in a medallion shape. It is hand-painted with a blue, pink, and green floral motif on a crisp white background. A hand-painted gold edge decorates the sides with "Brandy" in black, at the center. A metal chain is affixed at the top which is used to hang on a liquor alcohol bottle...

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20th Century English Victorian Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Antique Jelly Moulds, English, Ceramic, Country Kitchen, Victorian

$1,177 / set

H 6.3 in W 8.47 in D 6.3 in

Set of 4 Antique Jelly Moulds, English, Ceramic, Country Kitchen, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a set of 4 antique jelly moulds. An English, ceramic decorative mould with pattern finishes, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Charming set of traditional jel...

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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

French Ceramic Iron Look Goblet Cups, a Pair Signed

$450 / set

H 5.5 in Dm 4.25 in

French Ceramic Iron Look Goblet Cups, a Pair Signed

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Dimensions: Goblet 1: 3.5" diameter 6" tall Goblet 2: 4.25" diameter 5.5" tall.

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20th Century French French Provincial Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Concrete

Pair of Antique Side Plates, English, Ceramic, Decorative, Saucer, Victorian

$272Sale Price|20% Off

H 0.6 in W 7.68 in D 7.68 in

Pair of Antique Side Plates, English, Ceramic, Decorative, Saucer, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a pair of antique side plates. An English, ceramic decorative cake plate or saucer, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Cha...

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mappin & Webb ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

Mappin & Webb ceramics are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of silver and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Mappin & Webb ceramics, although silver editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original ceramics by Mappin & Webb were created in the Victorian style in united kingdom during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider ceramics by Copeland Spode, Doulton Burslem, and Royal Worcester. Prices for Mappin & Webb ceramics can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $711 and can go as high as $711, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $711.

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Questions About Mappin & Webb Ceramics

Does Mappin and Webb make watches?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
Whether Mappin & Webb makes watches has evolved over time. In the late 19th century, Mappin & Webb began producing a line of timepieces. The company even supplied soldiers in the 1898 Battle of Omdurman with its acclaimed Campaign watch. After World War II, the luxury silversmith gradually phased out its watch production. Today, the company is an authorized dealer for numerous luxury watchmakers and sells these companies' timepieces in its stores. Find a variety of Mappin & Webb jewelry on 1stDibs.
When did Watches of Switzerland buy Mappin & Webb?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
The answer to the question of when did Watches of Switzerland buy Mappin & Webb may be a bit surprising, as it's a misconception that the latter company purchased the former. By the 1990s, the company Asprey owned both Mappin & Webb and Watches of Switzerland. In 1998, Judith Pilkington arranged for the sale of both Mappin & Webb and Watches of Switzerland, starting a new organization. Subsequently, the two brands went through a series of owners, including the Baugur Group, Landsbanki and Apollo Global Management. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of watches.
What is the history of Mappin watches?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
The history of Mappin watches began in Jonathan Mappin’s workshop in Sheffield, England. He opened it in 1775 with the intent to serve British society with the highest quality silverware ever made. His son and grandson, both named Joseph, carried on his vision until the mid-19th century, when his four great-grandsons incorporated the business into Mappin Brothers Ltd. and embarked on a substantial expansion of the firm. Two of the great-grandsons, William and John Mappin, later left to pursue other opportunities. John opened his own business, Mappin & Company, and his brother-in-law George Webb joined him two years later. Webb died in 1868 — the same year the family formed Mappin & Webb Co. Webb’s name lived on in the company even after 1889 when the company became Mappin & Webb Ltd. In 1897, Mappin & Webb were granted their first Royal Warrant as silversmiths to Queen Victoria. The firm has been a holder of Royal Warrants ever since. Mappin & Webb supplied soldiers in the 1898 Battle of Omdurman with their acclaimed Campaign watch. The company also supported wartime efforts during both World Wars in their enormous factory in Sheffield. Later in the 20th century, Mappin & Webb moved away from manufacturing its own watches and instead focused on carrying luxury timepieces from other makers in its stores. Watches of Switzerland Operations Ltd. acquired Mappin & Webb in 1998 after a series of mergers and acquisitions. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Mappin & Webb jewelry.
What did Philip Webb make?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Philip Webb made furniture, as well as stained glass, wallpapers and tapestries. He was also a well-known architect, and the country homes he designed throughout England helped to define the style of the Arts and Crafts Movement. You'll find a range of Philip Webb furniture on 1stDibs.
How do I identify David Webb jewelry?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
To identify David Webb jewelry, search the piece carefully for a maker's mark. The luxury jewelry maker stamps its pieces with the word "Webb." By comparing your piece to pictures shared on trusted online resources, you can then determine when your piece was produced, find out its name and learn further information. David Webb also offers an authentication service, though there is a fee to use it. Information about how to request an authentication is available on the brand's official website. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of David Webb jewelry.
How do I identify Thomas Webb glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
To identify Thomas Webb glass, flip the item over and look for a maker's marking. Most pieces feature either a sandblasted or acid-etched hallmark. Over the maker's long history, Thomas Webb employed many different markings. Some simply say “Webb,” while others read “Thos Webb” or “Thomas Webb.” You can find images of the markings on trusted online resources and compare them to the marks on your piece to determine if it's a Thomas Webb and approximately when it may have been made. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help you identify the items. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of Thomas Webb glass.