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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Stuart Devlin - Stylish pair of Mid Century silver dishes made in London in 1970
By Stuart Devlin
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1970 by Stuart Devlin, this wonderful pair of Sterling Silver Entree Dishes, are handsomely designed, with gilt borders and handles. Each entree dish measure...
Sterling Silver
19th Century Pair of Shaped Dishes
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of 19th century dishes with multicolored transfer decoration depicting a garden with florals and butterflies in vibrant color. Marked "Parterre" stone China.
Ironstone
Signed Pair of 19th Century Meissen Sweet Meat Dishes
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of 19th century Meissen sweet meat dishes: one in the form of a reclining gentleman, the other in the form of a reclining lady with one ...
Porcelain
Pair of Tiffany Dishes
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These midcentury Tiffany dishes are too nice to be taken out only when needed. Keep these dishes out on your coffee table all the time. Four balls prop them up so they’re off the sur...
Sterling Silver
Pair of Large Silver Plate Chafing Dishes
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of large silver plate electric chafing dishes. Never used. With water pan and food pan. In 1992 the cost was 1875.00.
Silver Plate
Round Steel Tray Silver and Gold 1970s Made in Italy
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Round Steel Tray Silver and Gold 1970s Made in Italy
Gold Plate, Steel
Pair of Tiffany & Co. Sterling Dishes
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are thrilled to offer this pair of midcentury sterling silver dishes by Tiffany & Co. They are quintessential Mid-Century Modern with their sleek lines and uber-modern shape. The ...
Sterling Silver
Stuart Devlin Sterling Silver Champagne Flutes
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Northampton, GB
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING A pair of sterling silver and silver gilt champagne flutes by Stuart Devlin, London, 1981, numbered 551. Each flute features a polished tapering bowl rising...
Sterling Silver
$7,441 / set
H 4.22 in W 14.81 in D 8.12 in
George III Sterling Silver Pair of Entree Dishes, London, 1773
Located in Torino, IT
Hallmarked in London in 1773 by John Deacon, this pair of antique, George III, sterling silver entree dishes are oval shaped with a beaded border and hinged handles. The entree dish ...
$49,125Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 9 in Dm 2.5 in
Stuart Devlin Set of 28 English Parcel-Gilt Sterling Silver & Gold Flutes
By Stuart Devlin
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing an exquisite collection of twenty-eight English parcel-gilt silver champagne flutes, masterfully crafted by the renowned Stuart Devlin in London between 1977 and 1981. Ea...
Gold, Sterling Silver
George III Mug Made in London in 1813 by Emes & Barnard
By Rebecca Emes & Edward Barnard 1
Located in London, GB
This very unusual mug is of a smaller size and was almost certainly for the use of a Lady or child. This fine piece stands on a circular pedestal foot which is decorated with foliate...
Sterling Silver
$1,162 / set
H 1.19 in W 8.27 in D 5.12 in
1970s Set of Rectangular Porcelain Dishes with Floral Motifs
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of rectangular porcelain plates decorated with floral motifs in vivid shades of red, blue and green, combined with geometric designs on the edges. Each plate has an additional co...
Ceramic
Stuart Devlin Sterling Silver Goblet, Commemorative, London, 1973
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver commemorative goblet made by Stuart Devlin; an addition to our wine and drinks related silverware collection. This exceptional vintage Elizabeth II sterling silver goblet has a cylindrical tapering form onto a shaped pedestal to a circular domed foot. The surface of this vintage Stuart Devlin goblet...
Silver, Sterling Silver
A Stuart Devlin Sterling Silver and Silver Gilt Salver London, 1983
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Stuart Devlin Sterling Silver and Silver Gilt Salver London, 1983 The rim has personalised engraving. It reads. C.C.C.G. : Wishing you happy days and extra ordinary fortune pop. ...
Sterling Silver