Stuart Devlin was a mid-century modern Australian metalworker whose sparkling creations showcased the luster of silver. He used techniques like filigree and gilding to make a range of sterling silver serveware and decorative sculptures.
Devlin was born in Geelong, Victoria, in 1931. From 1951 to 1955, he taught gold and silversmithing in the town of Wangaratta. He went on to study at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in 1957 and earned a scholarship to the Royal College of Art in London in 1958. Devlin was awarded a two-year Harkness Fellowship by the Commonwealth Fund, which he used to spend time at Columbia University in New York City.
After returning to Melbourne, he won a competition to design Australian coinage in 1964. His initials are still on the 1966 Australian 50-cent coin. A year later, he moved back to London and opened a workshop. There, he began producing limited-edition Christmas boxes and Easter eggs, which continue to be highly prized by collectors. Devlin also took commissions for coins and medals from countries around the world. From 1979 to 1985, he operated a popular showroom on London’s Conduit Street.
Devlin was widely acclaimed and recognized for his work over his long career. In 1982, he was granted the Royal Warrant of Appointment as Goldsmith and Jeweler to Her Majesty the Queen. From 1996 to 1997, he served as the Prime Warden of the Goldsmiths’ Company. In 2000, he designed a coin series for the Summer Olympics in Sydney.
Devlin retired to Littlehampton, West Sussex, where he died in 2018 at the age of 86. As described in his obituary in The Guardian, Devlin sought to bring “delight, surprise, intrigue and even amusement” to modern style.
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Set of 12 Stuart Devlin Sterling Silver Champagne Coups, London 1971
By Stuart Devlin
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1971 by Stuart Devlin, this exceptional set of twelve Elizabeth II sterling silver champagne coups is a premier example of contemporary design. Each coup feat...
Sterling Silver
Mid Century Pair of Sterling Silver Gilt Beakers, Stuart Devlin, London 1971
By Stuart Devlin
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1971 by Stuart Devlin, this striking pair of Elizabeth II sterling silver beakers features Devlin’s signature modernist aesthetic. Each beaker is of a taperin...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Champagne Flutes Set of Six by Stuart Devlin
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An fine and impressive set of six vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver champagne flutes made by Stuart Devlin; an addition to our range ...
Sterling Silver
Stuart Devlin - Set of Eight Sterling Silver Goblets, London, 1968
By Stuart Devlin
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1968 by Stuart Devlin, this magnificent set of eight Elizabeth II sterling silver goblets reflects the designer's celebrated modernist aesthetic. Each goblet ...
Sterling Silver
Arts & Crafts Style Sterling Silver Goblet
By Hancock & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver goblet made by C F Hancock & Co in the Arts & Crafts style; an addition to our wine and drinks re...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Thomas Wallis II Antique 1800s Pair of Sterling Silver Goblets
By Thomas Wallis II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian English sterling silver goblets; an addition to our range of wine and drink related silverware. These exceptional antique George III English sterling silver goblets have a plain circular bell shaped form to a waisted pedestal onto a circular foot and square foot. The upper rim of each body is embellished with a bright cut engraved band of floral and foliate ornamentation. The circular feet are ornamented with bands of tooled decoration. Each square foot is accented with a simplified pin struck border. Condition These antique goblets...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$345 / set
H 7.88 in Dm 1.97 in
fferrone Set of 2 Contemporary Minimal Champagne Flute Glasses Handmade Czech
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
This set includes two clear minimal revolution champagne flute glasses. Strikingly modern in form, the double ended contemporary Revolution collection is handcrafted in the Czech ...
Glass
$325 / set
H 4.93 in Dm 1.97 in
fferrone Set of 2 Czech Clear Contemporary Rasori Champagne Flute Glasses
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
Rasori champagne flute glasses, set of two As the designer's favorite street in Milan, her home away from home, the clear Czech contemporary Rasori Champagne Flute glasses are a p...
Glass
$325 / set
H 5.12 in Dm 1.97 in
fferrone Set of 2 Czech Contemporary Dearborn Champagne Flute Glasses Handmade
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
Dearborn champagne flute glasses, set of two A pair of Czech contemporary glass handcrafted is the perfect modern champagne glass. Perf...
Glass
$300 / set
H 5.12 in Dm 2.96 in
fferrone Set of 2 Czech Clear Contemporary Mixed Flute Champagne Glasses
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
Mixed flute glass, set of two. With a special technique, the Mixed collection combines two types of glass to create this modern collection. Retro yet contemporary it is perfect for everyday beverages, cocktails, or beer. The Mixed will enrich any occasion. Made without the use of molds and created with the finest quality Borosilicate glass, the Mixed collection is innovative in its use of materials. Each piece is handcrafted by master glassblowers. Material • Borosilicate glass Type • Glassware Size • 385...
Glass
$1,920Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 7 in Dm 2.5 in
Baccarat Crystal Champagne Flutes Set of 8 by Valéry Klein, France
By Valéry Klein, Baccarat
Located in Miami, FL
A truly elegant and fine quality Baccarat crystal champagne flutes, set of 8 still available. Beautiful details that will enhance any table and delight your guests. Designed by Valer...
Crystal
$1,575
H 3 in Dm 2.5 in
Antique English Solid / Sterling Silver Telescopic Cup / Beaker in Case - 1864
By Alexander MacRae
Located in Bath, GB
Antique English Solid / Sterling Silver Telescopic Cup / Beaker in Case - 1864 fine example of a solid silver pocket or campaign cup in superb condition without any damage and fully ...
Sterling Silver
Set of Six Crystal "Massena" Champagne Flutes by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of six crystal "Massena" champagne flutes by Baccarat of France, circa 2000s. The Massena glass showcases Baccarat’s meticulous craftsmanship. Deep bevel cuts are etched directl...
Crystal
Rosenthal Fortuna Champagne Coupes by Elsa Fischer-Treyden - Set of 5
By Rosenthal, Elsa Fischer-Treyden
Located in Fairfield, CA
A set of 5 mid century coupe glasses made in Germany by Rosenthal. Made in the "Fortuna Smoke" pattern, designed by Elsa Fischer-Treyden and produced betwen 1963 to 1969. Each piece ...
Glass
French Crystal Champagne Flutes, Set of 6 in Original Box
By Cristal d' Arques 1
Located in Miami, FL
A good quality set of French crystal champagne flutes.Very nice details that will enhance any table. All in perfect condition, no chips nor cracks. Never been used, orignal stick...
Crystal
Art Deco Sterling Silver Hand Hammered Beaker/Vase by Hugo Bohm
By Gebruder Friedlander
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver, hand-hammered beaker/vase, Berlin, Germany, circa 1920, Hugo Bohm-Schwabisch Gmund - maker for Gebruder Friedlander (Fr...
Sterling Silver
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H 7.49 in W 4.73 in D 2.37 in
Stuart Devlin - Modernist Design Sterling Silver & Gilt Champagne Flutes - 1977
By Stuart Devlin
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1977 by Stuart Devlin, this handsome pair of Sterling Silver Champagne Flutes, have cast and gilt floral decoration to the stems, a hand hammered finish, and ...
Sterling Silver
Set of 6 Stuart Devlin Sterling Silver Gilt Beakers / Cups, 1968-1969
By Stuart Devlin
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Set of 6 solid Silver Beakers with a parcel-gilt finish made by the renowned silversmith Stuart Devlin. The exterior of the Cups has ...
Sterling Silver
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H 6.97 in Dm 3.67 in
Set of 8 Stuart Devlin Silver and Silver Gilt Wine Glasses / Wine Goblets 1969
By Stuart Devlin
Located in London, GB
A set of gorgeous sterling Silver & Silver gilt Wine Goblets by Stuart Devlin. The Wine Glasses have polished silver bowls on elegant textured silver git stems. Made in London in 19...
Sterling Silver
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H 8.78 in W 2.6 in D 2.6 in
12 Stuart Devlin Sterling Silver Champagne Flutes Set 1977-1980 Glasses
By Stuart Devlin
Located in London, GB
A set of 12 Classic Stuart Devlin Champagne Flutes featuring his Iconic parcel gilt faceted stems and highly polished flutes and bases. This set of Champagne flutes...
Sterling Silver
1978 Sterling Silver Champagne Flutes Set of Six
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An fine and impressive set of six vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver champagne flutes made by Stuart Devlin; an addition to our range ...
Sterling Silver