Stuart Devlin Serving Pieces

Australian, 1931-2018

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.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Stuart Devlin serveware, decorative objects and more.

Creator: Stuart Devlin

Vintage Sterling Silver Gilt Bear Ornament by Stuart Devlin

By Stuart Devlin

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage English sterling silver model of a bear made by Stuart Devlin; part of our animal related silverware collection. This exceptional, fine and impressive vintage silver ornament has been realistically modelled in the form of a slumped forlorn bear. The silver bear ornament...

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20th Century British Stuart Devlin Serving Pieces

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Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Gilt Bear Ornament by Stuart Devlin

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19th Century British Georgian Antique Stuart Devlin Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Pair of Exeter Sterling Silver Parcel-Gilt Georgian Berry Spoons

H 0.5 in W 9 in D 2 in

1 of 4 King George Auguseue Frederick Arms Gilt Sterling Silver Plated Trays

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 4 Gold gilt Sterling Silver plated, fully hallmarked for Sheffield 1919 Serving trays with engraved Armorial coat of arms crest for King George IV “His Royal Highness George Auguseue Frederick” These are truly exquisite trays, the armorial coat of arms is for King George IV, a brief history as below, these are the old set in gold gilt I have seen, they have each been fitted with a hanging tag so they are for display not use The trays are very decorative and expertly made, the Armorial coat of arms must have cost quite a pretty penny to have the press made. Each tray is fully hallmarked for the sideways facing Lion for Sterling Silver, the Queens Crown for Sheffield made and the date letter A for 1919 The condition of each tray is good, some have more wear and light discolouration than others as you would expect from 100+ year old pieces, there will be normal honest patina front and back, none have any chips or damage Dimensions Height:- 50cm Width:- 50cm Depth:- 3cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point George IV (George Augustus Frederick; 12 August 1762 – 26 June 1830) was King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and King of Hanover from the death of his father, King George III, on 29 January 1820 until his own death ten years later. He had already been serving as Prince Regent since 5 February 1811, during his father's final mental illness. George IV was the eldest child of King George III and Queen Charlotte. He led an extravagant lifestyle that contributed to the fashions of the Regency era. He was a patron of new forms of leisure, style and taste. He commissioned John Nash to build the Royal Pavilion in Brighton and remodel Buckingham Palace, and commissioned Jeffry Wyatville to rebuild Windsor Castle. George's charm and culture earned him the title "the first gentleman of England", but his dissolute way of life and poor relationships with his parents and his wife, Caroline of Brunswick, earned him the contempt of the people and dimmed the prestige of the monarchy. He excluded Caroline from his coronation and asked the government to introduce the unpopular Pains and Penalties Bill in an unsuccessful attempt to divorce her. Despite presiding over the British Empire's emergence as a global hegemon, his rule was tarnished by scandal and financial extravagance. His ministers found his behaviour selfish, unreliable and irresponsible, and he was strongly influenced by favourites. During most of George's regency and reign, Lord Liverpool controlled the government as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Liverpool's government presided over Britain's ultimate victory over Napoleon and negotiated a peace settlement with the French. After Liverpool's retirement, George IV was forced to accept Catholic emancipation...

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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Stuart Devlin Serving Pieces

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Sterling Silver

H 2.96 in Dm 1.78 in

Previously Available Items

Stuart Devlin Sterling Silver Entree Dish / Serving Dish 1976

By Stuart Devlin

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous Stuart Devlin Entree Dish in solid Silver with impressive parcel gilt handles. This Serving Dish has a fitted lid which can be inverted to be used as a second serving dish...

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20th Century English Modern Stuart Devlin Serving Pieces

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Sterling Silver

Stuart Devlin Sterling Silver Entree Dish / Serving Dish 1976

H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in

Stuart Devlin serving pieces for sale on 1stDibs.

Stuart Devlin serving pieces are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of silver and are designed with extraordinary care. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider serving pieces by Minton, Walker & Hall, and Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.. Prices for Stuart Devlin serving pieces can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,798 and can go as high as $1,798, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,798.