Robert Gainsford Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

A Gorgeous Antique English Sheffield Silver Plate Hand Chased Two-Handle Soup Tureen and Lid with magnificent hand chased cartouche to the front and back that are repeated on the lid...

A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique George IV English sterling silver soup tureen assayed in York; an addition to our dining silverware collection. This magnificent antique George IV English sterling silver soup tureen has an oval rounded form. The lower portion of the body is encompassed with impressive chased fluted decoration in a subtle swirl design. The decoration to the body incorporates an impressive scrolling leaf bordered cartouche to either side, each displaying an exceptional contemporary bright cut engraved marital coat of arms* depicting on the dexter a chevron between three crosses paty and the sinister a quadrangular castle. The coat of arms is surmounted with a bright cut engraved crest displaying a tent adorned or lined charged in the interior with a cross paty of the third. The plain waisted upper portion is encompassed with a Fine and impressive applied gadroon decorated border to the flared rim. This antique soup tureen...

A fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver soup tureen; an addition to our silver dining collection This fine antique Edwardian sterling silver soup tureen has a plain oval shaped form onto a plain oval domed spreading foot. The surface of this piece is embellished with a bright cut engraved crest of on a chapeau turned up a lion rampant supporting an arrow palewise feathered and headed to one side. This antique silver soup tureen retains the original hallmarked push fit cover, surmounted with the original hallmarked detachable shaped scrolling handle with acanthus leaf decoration. The antique silver soup tureen is fitted with thread decorated loop handles with acanthus leaf terminals. Condition This antique silver soup tureen is an excellent gauge of silver, excellent quality and in excellent condition. This piece has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the body have wear in keeping with age and location, but all remain legible. The part hallmarks to the cover handle are all clear.  Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of Edwardian silverware. Dimensions Height to top of cover handle 24.5cm/9.6" Length across handles 35cm/14" Length of body 25.5cm/10.1” Width 20cm/7.9" Weight 63 troy ounces/1960g Maker: J Sherwood...

This gorgeous tureen was forged by Gebruder Friedlander circa 1875, one of Berlin's most renowned silversmiths at that time. The footed tureen fea...

A stunning handcrafted sterling silver soup tureen. Beautiful work of ribbed chisel on the lower part and on the lid, the knob represents a tomato and legumes in an extremely realist...

Sheffield soup tureen with handles and lid, late 19th century.

Silversmith L. B. Small silver soup tureen or puerperal cup with plate and lid Milan, around 1830 Height 19.5 cm (7.67 in) - diameter 21.7 cm (8.54 in) lb 2.14 (kg 0.97) State of conservation: slight use defects and a dent on the plate. From about the mid-16th century, the puerperal soup tureen or puerperal cup became one of the most popular wedding gifts in central Italy. As an auspicious symbol, it replaced the birth table...

Beautiful hand painte Soup Tureens with lid by Robert Picault from France, 1950's. White glaze with green and brown painted zig-zag motif. Two side small side handles and removable l...

Silver bowl and spoon in fitted case by Irish firm West & Son Irish, 1912 Measures: Bowl: Height 9cm, width 16cm, depth 10cm Spoon: Length 15cm, width 3cm Case: Height 11cm, widt...

Circa 1950s, Sterling, by C.C. Hermann, Copenhagen, Denmark. Hand hammered, this fabulous covered tureen is an early example of the CC Hermann silversmithy (1949-1992). Displaying a serene form and generous size, it is both functional and decorative, perfect for an understated table setting. Very good condition, with a monogram on the underside noted. Also noted, the handles are of an unknown material, possibly bone, or Hippo tooth. SIZE: 12 1/2 inches wide by 8 1/2 inches high WEIGHT: 72.56 ozt HALLMARKS: C. C. Hermann, Denmark, 925, Sterling, three tower 46 mark and Johannes Siggaard assay mark Lid underside inscribed "September 26th 1925-1950, Mary Frances...

Exceptional vermeil tureen with its lobed tray. The circular terrine is decorated with a border of chiselled foliage.The grip lid is decorated with foliage patterns. The soup tureen ...

Magnificent American classical coin silver tureen. Made by Gorham in Providence, circa 1860. Curved ovoid bowl on stepped oval foot mounted to four beaded and round supports. Cover d...