British Decorative Objects

This is a good quality, hand made hardwood lidded box with a fine quality hand carved bird, together with floral themes, which we date to the late 19th C / early 20th C Art Nouveau p...

A stunning Wedgwood vase with a glaze reminiscent of fine gossamer. The sky blue base ground has veil of golden brown mottling, adorned with a flutter of gilded butterflies...

Dome Topped Tea Caddy From our Tunbridge Ware collection, we are delighted to offer this Victorian Coromandel Tunbridge Ware Tea Caddy. The Tea Ca...

English Silver Capstan Inkwell by Cohen & Charles, Chester, 1908 Silver capstan inkwell with pen holder in front English silver Hall marked, Chester, ...

18th Century Pink Battersea-Bilston Mourning Box, Ex-Collection of H.R.H. Princess Royal Mary, Princess Royal and Countess of Harewood (1897–1965) ...

A refined and elegant silver serving dish with lid, measuring an impressive 30 cm in diameter, designed to bring both functionality and sophistication to the dining table. This beaut...

Wedgwood ceramic jug, England, 60s. English ceramic piece in olive green tone and white embossed details representing mythological scenes. Perfect condition. Marked and stamped on th...

English Regency period sewing box covered in fine grained leather with gilded brass ornament, lion mask ring handles and paw feet. Opening to a floral paper lined and compartmented i...

Fully Fitted Sewing Box From our Sewing Box collection, we are delighted to introduce this Antique Rosewood Sewing Box. The Sewing Box of rectangular form veneered in Rosewood with ...

For your consideration are there matching pair of highly collectable 1930s chrome Art Deco double candlesticks featuring two dimensional dancing girls . Condition is great with minor...

Stunning Collection of four hand cut crystal and cranberry glass Sterling silver mounted heavy gauge Lady’s Perfume or Toilet Water Jars of generous proportions. The tall slender c...

Pair of 19th century Victorian gazed ceramic Staffordshire King Charles Spaniels with great color. Each with a padlock on the collar with traces of gilding, and black chain leash. Bo...

A good sized elegant plain photograph frame made from solid English sterling silver and backed with solid Oak. Always very popular, this frame comes with a two-way folding easel sta...

19th Century English Penwork Tea Caddy

Pair of Staffordshire Pottery porcellaneous figures which feature a lion and a lioness with her cub, recumbent on a shaped base. Green ground. Dull gilt embellishment. Decorated 'in ...

Georgian mahogany torchère stand (also widely referred to as a plant, jardinière, or candle stand) typically crafted in the Georgian or Victorian style. Circular turned wooden surfac...

Enchanting 19th century English Victorian lidded box lovingly decorated with exotic seashells with an interior lined in felt, featuring a wind up music box version of the Welsh song ...

Hand-decorated ceramic vase by Royal Torquay, produced in England circa 1930. The vase features a rich cobalt blue glaze with finely painted decoration, including a stylized butterfl...

A fine antique Victorian glass & sterling silver perfume bottle with an integral vinaigrette. By Sampson Mordan With a faceted ruby glass bottle mounted in etched gilt silver m...

This is a truly magnificent antique Victorian patinated bronze sculpture of the famous Greek God Apollo, modelled upon a shaped circular socle, inscribed monogram 'NF' and numbered 2...

Pair antique 18th century Georgian Wedgwood & Bentley creamware urns with mottled faux stone glaze and mask handles circa 1780. Mounted on black basalt bases with lamb's tongue colla...

This super rare and iconic piece of Vivienne Westwood was part of the cut and slash era. 1991 fabulous mustard chenille cardigan with red collar and gol...

Inspired by planet-like shapes and textures, the Cosmic collection plays with both metal properties and a selection of patina finishes. The Rust Chandelier...

A cold cast bronze figural sculpture titled 'Boxer #1' by the acclaimed British sculptor, John W. Mills. This three-dimensional dynamic piece creates a sense of movement, demonstrat...

Antique French majolica basket with flowers and butterfly, bug, and insect accents, circa 1880. No maker's mark. Some chips.

This is a very good example of an early 19th c. Regency Tole Chestnut Urn . The black urn is finely decorated in Chinese motifs with lion head and ring si...

Victorian English Brass Figural Pig Inkwell with Articulated Back Lids, c. 1875 Consists of four pieces, The figural pig, glass inkwell with domed brass cap, A small porcelain cup fo...

This is a very decorative serving dish or tray by Mason's Ironstone, Lane Delph, England in the Oriental Pheasant pattern, dating to the very early p...

An English burl mahogany and inlay jewelry box from the 1800’s. The top of this square box has an inlaid cartouche of ebony, birdseye maple, and oak with brass banding. The box opens...

A circa 1930's English engraved bone box with landscapes. Measurements: Height: 6" Width: 12.5" Depth: 8.5"

A classic example of Art Deco design, its swirling vortex embellished with stylized blossoms, this rare bowl was produced by Denby pottery in England. The glazes are lovely -- a pur...

19th century boulle casket-type letter box by Halstaff and Hanover. The exterior is finished with Ornate boulle inlay on all sides in gold and red. A del...

Elegant Art Deco 1930's Monochrome Desk Set. Befit With Two Engine Turned Inkwells with one Glass Lining and Lids That Retract. Fixed Pen Tidy and A Central Calendar. With A Green ...

A fabulous large picture frame made from English sterling silver, oval in form and topped with the prettiest ribbon and bow mount. The back is made from solid English Oak with a h...

Silver Golf Statue - Beckenham Golf Club Presentation Trophy (1893) A fine and rare sterling silver presentation trophy in the form of a male golfer, crafted in 1893 by the renowned ...

Pair of antique brass barely twist candlestick holders. Both are are in good condition. Both have been polished. The base on both seem to be a different shade, probably due to there ...

Inspired by planet-like shapes and textures, the Cosmic collection plays with both metal properties and a selection of patina finishes. The Verdigris Chandelier...

English Mahogany tall case clock with brass finials, arched bonnet with brass fluted columns, gilt ormolu and chased polished steel fa...

A magnificent and eccentric bone china Chelsea Fantasy Bird by Copeland, Spode, inspired by Meissen originals The artist had free range regarding colours - resulting in this fantasti...

Stunning English Regency Sterling Silver & Tortoiseshell Card Case, circa 1815 This exceptional English Regency card case, dating to the early 19th century (circa 1810–1825), exempl...

'Paradise 08 Jadeite' is a unique glass sculpture created using hybrid hand-made glass techniques by the British artist Amy Cushing. Combining mouth blown glass with kiln formed glas...

Rare pair of 19th Century regency period tole cachepots or planters handcrafted in tin in classic form having four sides each hand decorated with scenes from the English countryside ...

A handsome mid-Victorian mahogany travelling dressing case or medicine chest by Thomson, London, dating from the mid-19th century. Of compact rectangular form, the case is fitted wi...

19th century pair of carved alabaster urns on pedestals. The urns feature elegant handles carved as winged hippocampi – fabulous half horse/half fish mythological creatures. Exquisit...

Antique Victorian Silver-Plated Folding Biscuit Box, Shell Form, Sheffield, c. 1890 This exceptional antique Victorian silver-plated folding biscuit box is a rare and highly decorative example of late 19th-century English silverplate, crafted in Sheffield, circa 1890. 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 1890 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: 27 cm Width: 22 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. Antique Victorian silver biscuit box, Sheffield silverplate, Fenton Brothers silver, folding biscuit box, Victorian silver container, antique silver sweet box, decorative silver tableware, shell-form silver box, 19th-century English silverplate, Victorian table centrepiece, antique silver trinket box, luxury interior décor object, collectible English antiques, ornate silver box, Victorian dining accessories, antique silver display piece, gallery silver décor, heritage silverware, luxury home accessories Antique Silver-Plated Revolving Biscuit Box – Ornate Shell Form Double Server 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, ideal for serving biscuits, sweets, or as a statement centrepiece in refined interiors. Its brilliant mirror-polished finish and excellent condition make it a highly desirable addition for collectors of antique silver plate, Victorian serving ware, and decorative objects. Key Features Antique silver-plated revolving biscuit box / server Unique double-opening shell-form compartments Elegant pierced openwork interior trays Ornate scrollwork frame with central carrying handle Classic Victorian-inspired design Functional and decorative luxury object Excellent condition antique silver plated biscuit box, Victorian silver plate revolving server, shell form biscuit barrel antique...

Unusual antique Victorian quality inlaid coromandel wood writing box having quality inlaid coromandel wood lift up tops opening to reveal a green leather writing surface opening to r...

George V sterling silver picture frame. Made by S. Blanckensee & Son Ltd in Birmingham in 1916. Plain and narrow rectangular surround. In lower-left corner cast figure of loping fox....

George III octagonal mahogany and boxwood inlaid box with unusual Price of Wales feather inlay, the edges strung in boxwood or holly, retaining pleasing old finish and original lock,...

An original Art Deco ceramic vase by Thomas Forester & Sons, crafted in Staffordshire, England during the early 1930s. This distinctive piece belongs to the firm’s ‘Athens’ collection—a short-run series now highly regarded among collectors of British ceramics and Art Deco pottery. The vase is defined by its elongated tubular profile, flaring subtly to form a softly bulging centre. Its surface is decorated with rows of acanthus leaves in pale blue relief, curling rhythmically around the body. The crisp blue detailing sits against a backdrop of deep russet and ochre glazes, a palette typical of Forester’s output in the early 20th century and evocative of the broader Art Deco design movement in Britain. Standing 26 cm tall with a diameter of 14 cm, the vase is stamped to the base with the Phoenix Ware...

An 18th Century, George II Period, Mahogany Rectangular Tea Caddy Having Original Brass Swan Neck Handle To Hinged Top, Enclosing Three Interior Divisions And Elegant Canted Corners,...

A handsome large portrait picture frame made from English solid silver with an attractive all-over engine turned decoration. The backing is made from solid Oak and incorporates a fo...

This is an antique smoker’s box. An English, oak and brass cigar case, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1905. A superbly appointed gentleman’s...

A rectangular copper box with repousee sunflower decoration to top and front, having hinged lid with hand-forged rattail iron handle, rivetting to corners and scrolled iron feet. O...

Slick additions, 1882 Ltd. Slick and sleet by 1882 Ltd. with an extended vase collection by Queensberry Hunt is a collection of uniquely hand glazed items – a true testament to the s...

Vintage 1950s Mid Century Teak Danish Modern European Westclox Pedestal Battery Operated Desk Mantle Clock Scotland Stunning, Very Rare, Vintage 50s, Pedestaled, Hand-Moulded bent w...

A super-sized, hand-hammered copper pot with brass carrying handles, England, circa 1860. Very heavy, beautifully hand made with a thick rolled rim. Showing hammer marks to the int...

The w o o d p o p pintail longboards are handcrafted in workshops on either side of the Welsh/English border the UK. Each one is made from best quality Finnish Birch and vacuum lamin...

PRESENTING A GORGEOUS, VERY HIGH QUALITY AND RARE 19C British Coromandel, Brass with Large Jasperware Medallions Book Slide. Probably made in England...

Hallmarked in London in 1907 by William Hutton & Sons, this charming, Antique Sterling Silver Photograph Frame, is designed to look like a lucky horse shoe. The photograph frame meas...

A delightful pair of large, green glass hyacinth vases from Victorian England, late 19th century. The ruffled mouth (where the bulb of the plant would sit) rises on a slender hourgla...