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Antique Silver-Plated Repoussé Floral Basket with Glass Liner, 11 x 28 cm An elegant jardiniere and highly decorative antique silver-plated basket featuring exquisite repoussé floral decoration with richly sculpted roses, leaves, and scrolling foliage surrounding the entire body. Raised on delicate bun feet and fitted with a practical swing handle, this charming piece retains its original removable glass liner, making it both beautiful and functional. The basket reflects the refined craftsmanship associated with late Victorian and Edwardian silverwork, where naturalistic floral motifs were celebrated for their romantic appeal and artistic quality. The deeply embossed rose decoration creates exceptional visual depth, while the oval form and polished silver-plated finish enhance its timeless elegance. Perfect as a centerpiece, fruit basket, flower holder, wedding table decoration, vanity accessory, or luxury decorative accent, this versatile piece complements traditional, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Victorian, Hollywood Regency, and classic interior styles. A desirable addition for collectors of antique silverware, decorative arts, and fine table accessories, it offers both decorative charm and practical use. Dimensions: * Length: 28 cm * Width: 11 cm * Original glass liner included Antique silver plated basket, Victorian silver basket, Edwardian silver plate, floral repoussé basket, rose decorated basket, antique centerpiece, silver table decoration, antique fruit basket, decorative silverware, antique serving basket, silver plated centerpiece, Art Nouveau floral design, antique home décor, luxury interior accessory, collectible silver plate, vintage flower basket, decorative arts, English silver plate, antique tableware, elegant centerpiece bowl. Perfect gift for collectors, wedding gift, anniversary gift, housewarming gift, Mother’s Day gift, luxury home décor gift, interior designer gift, antique silver gift...

This unique geometric cushion cover is a vintage handwoven Turkish kilim cushion cover. The design features traditional geometric designs woven in red, cream and coffee brown. The tr...

Antique Silver-Plated Evening Purse with Finger Ring Chain & Green Velvet Interior A beautifully decorative antique silver-plated purse, combining elegant period craftsmanship with a...

Antique Victorian Silver-Plated Folding Biscuit Box, Shell Form, Sheffield, c. 1940s This exceptional antique Victorian style silver-plated folding biscuit box is a rare and highly decorative example of late 19th-century English silverplate, crafted in Sheffield, circa 1940s. Designed in an elegant shell form, the piece exemplifies the Victorian fascination with naturalistic motifs, sculptural metalwork, and refined domestic luxury. The shell-shaped body sits within a beautifully cast and chased frame, supported by richly detailed branch-form uprights a hallmark of high-quality Victorian decorative silverware. The surface displays a soft, luminous silver patina, enhancing the sculptural curves and organic detailing while preserving its authentic antique character. One of the most remarkable features of this piece is its ingenious folding mechanism. The box opens smoothly into two symmetrical halves, revealing its original hand-pierced interior dividers, meticulously crafted to separate biscuits, sweets, or confections. When closed, the box is secured by exquisite laurel wreath loose-ring handles, a classical Victorian motif symbolising elegance, achievement, and refinement. Both functional and ornamental, this silver-plated container works beautifully as a biscuit box, sweet box, trinket holder, or tabletop centrepiece. It makes a striking statement on a dining table, sideboard, console, or display cabinet, and transitions effortlessly between traditional, eclectic, maximalist, and curated contemporary interiors. Whether styled in a formal dining setting or as a decorative accent, it brings undeniable presence, craftsmanship, and historical depth. Origin: Sheffield, England Period: Victorian, circa 1940s Material: Silver-plated metal Technique: Cast, chased, hand-pierced interior Design & Decorative Appeal Sculptural shell-shaped body Elaborate branch-form supports Original hand-pierced silver-plated dividers Elegant folding opening mechanism Laurel wreath loose-ring handles Strong Victorian naturalist and neoclassical influence This piece embodies the finest traditions of Sheffield silverplate, combining ornamental richness with intelligent design—qualities that make it especially desirable to collectors and interior designers alike. Dimensions (cm) Height: 25 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 15 cm Condition Excellent antique condition, with light age-appropriate wear consistent with use and period. The structure, mechanism, and interior dividers remain intact and fully functional. Please refer to photographs for a detailed condition assessment. Styling & Interior Use Perfect for: Luxury dining room décor Antique and period interiors Decorative sideboards and consoles Display cabinets and curio collections Traditional, Victorian, Edwardian, and eclectic homes An outstanding accent piece for collectors of Victorian silverware, Sheffield silverplate, and 19th-century decorative table objects. A striking and highly decorative antique silver-plated revolving biscuit box, exquisitely crafted in a refined Victorian style. This exceptional piece features a beautifully sculpted shell-form double compartment, elegantly mounted within an ornate swing frame stand, allowing the compartments to open gracefully with a smooth revolving action. The body is richly detailed with fluted shell patterns, symbolising classic European elegance, while the interior reveals delicate pierced openwork panels—both functional and decorative, enhancing airflow and visual sophistication. The framework is adorned with scrolling acanthus motifs, floral accents, and a central ring handle, making it as sculptural as it is practical. Raised on finely cast supports with intricate detailing, this piece embodies the luxury of antique silver tableware...

Antique Turkish Mihrabi Kilim Rug, Anatolia, Early 20th Century Handwoven Wool Flatweave with Geometric Chevron & Tribal Symbolism Size: 190 × 106 cm (6'3" × 3'6") This exception...

Antique 1920s Tribal Wool Runner Rug – Handmade Oriental Hallway Carpet, 98 × 515 cm A beautiful late-19th-century antique runner rug, handmade by skilled master weavers during the 1...

This unique geometric cushion cover is a vintage handwoven Afghan Kilim cushion cover. The design features traditional geometric designs woven in blue, red, cream and green. The trad...

Make breakfast an occasion with this elegant six-cup egg cruet. Six pedestal egg cups are arranged on a polished circular tray, with egg spoons and a tall ring handle that makes the ...

Add a touch of charm and sparkle to a dressing table, bedside table or display cabinet with this delightful decorative hen trinket jewellery box. Designed as an elegant chicken sitti...

Bring warmth, colour and timeless character into your home with this beautiful large floral needlepoint rug, measuring approximately 217 x 277 cm (7'1" x 9'1"). Richly decorated with...

This magnificent, very large Aubusson-style needlepoint rug, measuring an impressive 360 x 470 cm (approximately 11'10" x 15'5"), is a beautiful statement carpet designed to bring the elegance and romance of a traditional European interior into a spacious home. With its exceptional proportions, delicate floral decoration and sophisticated colour palette, it is particularly well suited to a large living room, drawing room, dining room, bedroom, reception room or country house interior. The rug features a graceful ivory and cream field decorated with repeating floral bouquets, scrolling motifs and finely detailed flowers in shades of soft pink, burgundy, blue, green and muted neutrals. A generous powder-blue floral border surrounds the central composition, giving the carpet the refined decorative appearance traditionally associated with French Aubusson rugs, European needlepoint carpets and classical floral textiles. It's fine; the thin, flat weave construction gives the rug an elegant profile rather than the heavier appearance of a deep-pile carpet. This makes such a substantial room-size rug particularly attractive beneath furniture while allowing the intricate needlepoint-style floral design to remain the focus. At 360 x 470 cm, this is an unusually large decorative carpet and can comfortably anchor an entire room. In a formal dining room, it would sit beautifully beneath a substantial dining table and dining chairs; in a drawing room or large living space, it could create an elegant foundation for a sofa, armchair or pair of armchairs and coffee table. Its romantic colouring would also complement an antique sideboard, chest of drawers, desk or bookcase, while carefully chosen wall lights, pendant lights, bedside & table lamps, vases and antique paintings would enhance its classical European character. Although inspired by traditional Aubusson and French country interiors, the soft colours make this large floral area rug surprisingly versatile. It can be styled in an English country house, French château, Victorian, traditional, shabby chic or classical interior, while also providing a beautiful decorative contrast alongside contemporary furniture or a clean-lined Scandinavian sideboard. Even modern statement seating such as a Togo sofa, can create an interesting juxtaposition with the rug's romantic floral pattern. More than simply a floor covering, this oversized needlepoint rug has the scale to establish the decorative character of an entire room. Its combination of an ivory ground, powder-blue border and abundant floral bouquets creates a warm and inviting atmosphere without overwhelming surrounding furniture. For anyone searching for a very large rug, oversized area rug, Aubusson-style carpet, French floral rug...

An impressive extra-large Aubusson-style rug Needlepoit, measuring approximately 414 x 604 cm (13'7" x 19'10"). With its exceptional scale and elegant French-inspired floral design, ...