Sampson Mordan & Co. Furniture

The box is modelled in the form of a Walnut beautifully crafted to be expected by this venerable silversmith. The box is hinged in full working order and retaining it's lavishly gil...

An art deco pocket-box designed by Alfred Dunhill. This is a fabulous pocket cigarettes box made in England during the art deco period. This unusual box was created for the luxury brand of Alfred Dunhill, back in 1921. The presentation box is fitted with a push pressure thumb-button and mechanical springs system. The box was carefully crafted at the Sampson Mordan & Co. workshops in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with accents in polished 18 karats yellow gold and gilded interiors. The box is mainly decorated on both sides, with engine turned geometrics patterns and polished finishes. The craftsmanship of this box is exceptional, with minuses details. No traces of use or wear. Weight: 84.2 Grams, (53.98 Dwt). Measurements: 83 mm by 72.5 mm by 10 mm (3.27 x 2.85 x 0.39 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with British mark for England and the city of London; the maker's mark S.M & CO associated to Sampson Mordan & Co. (Sampson Mordan II), the mark for the assay of the .925 silver and the 18kt gold, the four-digits model number, the code-letter of a gothic F for the assay date of 1921 and signed in full as follows: "DUNHILL LONDON STERLING T-179 PATENT 31 S.M&CO F". Alfred Dunhill He inherited his father’s London saddlery in 1893. Following the increase in motor car ownership, Alfred developed the business to include motoring accessories, which he called ‘Dunhill’s Motorities’. This included goggles, timepieces, picnic sets, and leather coats, and it wasn’t long before the brand became associated with men’s general motoring attire. They opened two shops in Mayfair and had a catalogue of over 1300 items. Between the 1904 and 1905, Dunhill introduced their ‘Windshield Pipe’, to help drivers combat the effect of wind and travel on their ability to smoke. This marked both the end of the ‘motorities’ focus and their entry into the world of smoking ephemera, and they shortly opened their first tobacconist in 1907 on Duke Street. The proximity to several esteemed Private Members Clubs around the Mayfair, St James’ area ensured that the venture was a success. (From Nicholas Wells With Thanks). Sampson Mordan & Co. By 1865, the Mordan’s manufactory was based at 41 City Road, London, and later expanded to include No. 43. At some point the two brothers were joined in partnership by Edmund George Johnson...

Antique 20th Century English solid silver novelty fox claw hunting whistle. Used during hunts or worn on watch chains, this piece has a suspension ring at the narrow end for attachme...

Victorian novelty silver mounted owl head and cut glass inkwell by Sampson Mordan & Co. London - 1896. Hallmarked. The hinged lid modelled as an owl with glass amber eyes, and a cut...

A superb 20th Century English solid silver Art Deco desk set, comprising a mechanical pencil, notepad with paper, two pen holders, and a small rest to prevent ink from dripping direc...

This is an excellent original example of the MK VIII. It is fully functioning, has a brass case and is mounted with lanyard ring. The glass face and numbered brass outer ring are per...

Antique 19th Century Victorian solid silver & glass crocodile shaped claret jug. The glass body is adorned with legs, and a tail, all intricately engraved with protruding scales. It ...

Antique 19th Century Victorian solid silver memorial paperclip stands proudly atop a base crafted from elegant green marble. Fashioned as crossed swords, one blade is detachable, ser...

Hallmarked in Chester in 1909 by Sampson Mordan & Co., this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Set of Menu Holders, are modelled as owls, and are presented in their original box. Ea...

19th-century English figural sterling silver and crystal owl perfume bottle by Sampson Mordan for the French market. An exceptional example is the owl's head, realistically cast and ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George V English sterling silver pepper shakers modelled in the form of owls - boxed; an addition to our collectable silver collection T...

A magnificent and rare piece of Sampson Mordan solid / sterling silver in the form of a paperknife with a novelty handle in the form of an owl with two fabulous original glass eyes. ...

Antique 19th Century crocodile leather cigar humidor. This box features a solid silver cartouche of a top hat man on the centre top and solid silver corner protectors which wrap arou...

A set of 4 Antique Sterling Silver & Enamel Menu Holders / Place Card Holders. Each Menu Holder features an enamel image of a bird in a country side setting created in rich colour an...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver scent bottle; an addition to our diverse collectable Victorian silverware collection This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver scent bottle has been realistically modelled in the form of a cylindrical cracker. This exceptional and unusual bottle is embellished with impressive pin struck and bright cut engraved floral decoration, accented with a lozenge cartouche displaying a stylised female portrait. The piece retains the original hallmarked hinged cover to the unusual silver scent bottle, securing with a push fit catch. The opposing end of the vessel is fitted with a hallmarked screw fit cover embellished with decoration reflecting that of the scent bottle cover. This scent bottle retain the original gilding to either end; the surface bears traces of the original gilding. This exceptional example of Victorian silverware bears a 'lozenge mark' which certifies the patent of this piece on 10th May 1879 with the UK Patent Office. Condition This 19th century perfume bottle is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Full hallmarks to the surface of the body and part hallmarks to each cover are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from this exceptional large 19th century scent bottle...