British Decorative Objects

An elegant pair of George III mahogany knife boxes from the late 18th Century showcases exceptional Georgian craftsmanship, featuring a beautifully sloped lid and a classic serpentin...

A good quality English leather, mahogany and brass-mounted waste paper basket, dating to the early 20th century, of tapering cylindrical form raised on short turned bun feet. The bod...

Set of 4 George III sterling silver candlesticks. Made by William Abdy in London in 1779. Each: Urn socket with detachable bobeche; tapering pillar on stepped and raised foot. Low re...

A fine and early Regency period rosewood writing desk set beautifully decorated with delicate mother-of-pearl foliate inlay and complete with its original cut-glass inkwells. This el...

Pretty small Arts & Crafts silver fronted clock mounted on wooden case. Small corner missing. Hallmarked on the front Birmingham 1908. Wound up movement lasts up to 38 hours.

Shell shape vintage silver plated ashtray is an original decorative object realized in England in the 1970s. Dimensions: 3 x 12.5 cm. Good Conditions. Some traces of ash are p...

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...

'Fools Gold III' is a unique glass sculptural vessel by the Danish artist, Hanne Enemark. With infinite fascination for her chosen medium glass, Enemark's work explores its incre...

A very attractive Scottish Tall case clock signed by Thomas Yuill East Kilbride. Beautifully fan and string inlay decorated Mahogany case w...

Set of 4 vintage Halcyon Days Enamel Boxes. "Yesterday and Tomorrow" Halcyon Days Enamel Box Shape: Oval Design: A floral and vine motif decorate...

A superb mid-century modern letter opener made by the highly collectable silversmith, Brian Leslie Fuller. Made from solid English silver fully hallmarked for London 1979 together ...

Documented Georgian Sheraton Period Marquetry Tea Caddy with Prince of Wales Feathers, Inscribed “E * S 1797,” England, circa 1795–1800 8 pieces: the Tea caddy box, the two caddy bo...

This Wedgwood creamware plate, made in England circa 1765, is hand-painted with a finely drawn purple flower at the center, surrounded by a delicate neoclassical garland border. This...

Made with finely hand-spun brass plates in London. Light is projected into the shade and reflects out, illuminating its surrounding space without creating a glare. This light fixtur...

Pair of Wedgwood dark blue and white jasperware vases. Insides of vases have a shiny glazed finish. 6” tall x 5.5” across top x 4.5” across bottom. ...

Art Deco Onyx, Lapis & Silver Desk Set, By George Betjemann for Aspreys, London, 1921 This beautiful and rare Onyx and Lapis Lazuli desk set is a luxurious ensemble by George Betjem...

A 20th Century Hand Painted Hinged Lidded Tea Caddy In The Shape Of An Apple With A Metal Patinated Stalk A tea caddy is a box, jar, canister, or other receptacle used to store tea...

Offered is a stunning Sheffield silver keepsake box dating to 1900, with associated hallmark. This small box includes a clean interior and rounded corners. The box is free of names or initials, but would have been used to house keepsakes such as jewelry or cufflinks. A well maintained, elegant piece, this antique silver box is an excellent addition to any silver collection. Trinket or keepsake boxes have taken on many forms since their first conception in ancient times. However their purpose remains the same; to store jewelry and other items precious to the owner. Originally, these boxes were used specifically for jewelry. These were in common use as early as 5000 BC in Ancient Egypt, when the majority of Egyptians, both male and female, wore jewelry. Boxes were used to keep these gemstone encrusted items safe. In Ancient Rome, jewelry was a status symbol. Rings and brooches were utilized to represent ones status in society. Again, boxes were needed for security and storage purposes. Finding early examples of these are quite rare. Victorian and Edwardian examples of trinket boxes are far more common. This is because owning jewellery was a luxury until the Victorian era- let alone possessing so much a box was needed to store it all. Fine jewelry and other items became available to the masses after the industrial revolution due to the reduction in production costs. This led to a demand for trinket boxes, which were much smaller than jewelry boxes and therefore better suited to the needs of the middle class who did not yet possess an abundance of jewelry. In Victorian households, collectables and other items of interested were also stashed inside these boxes. This is why they are known as trinket or keepsake boxes, rather than just jewelry boxes, although of course jewelry was also stored in them. Trinket boxes were produced in large numbers around this time. Many were lined with colored plush or velvet or rich wood. More elaborate designs had interior divisions and trays for rings and other pieces of jewellery. It was also common to see trinket boxes so small that they could only contain one item, such as a single ring. Ornate exteriors were created to reflect the value of the trinket boxes contents. The Edwardian era saw the introduction of new styles of trinket box. These included small circular or oblong boxes...

With brass loop handles , tapered cylindrical with brass strapping.

Add a touch of vintage charm to your jewellery collection with this beautiful swan ring holder. Crafted from high-quality metal with gold/silver plating, it is the perfect addition t...

Metamec wall clock was made in United Kingdom during the 1970s. It features a white bakelite body with a chrome ring, an aluminium hands and a curved clear glass cover. An original e...

This is a large vintage punch bowl. An English, crystal glass serving or fruit dish, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960. Delightfully substantial bowl with superb visual app...

Very large 20th Century Windsor and Newton professional studio easel.  Standing on original wooden castors. This easel tilts forward on a different mechanism. The max height is 320c...

Mid Century Moorcroft pottery vase in the Hibiscus pattern. The vase features large blue and yellow hibiscus flowers with green leaves on a cream-yellow-colored ground. It was produc...

Fine traditionally hand-crafted and turned Ash Yakisugi platter - bowl. These are handmade to the very best quality in London using traditional techniques. Finished in food safe oil...

A high quality large oval Georgian mahogany tray of staved construction with two brass bands having canted rim and a solid mahogany base, with rolled handles integral with the rim. ...

Daisy Makeig-Jones for Wedgwood 1881–1945 Fairyland Lustre Pillar vase, pattern Z4968 England, c. 1925 glazed and gilt porcelain13½ h × 4¾ dia in (34 × 12 cm) Vase features the Pilla...

A tromp l'oeil painted box in the manner of a georgian house. H. 10inches, W. 8 inches, D. 6.75 inches Good condition, but lacking lock.

This is a vintage game pie dish. An English, ceramic decorative pastry baking dish, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. Wonderfully distinctive with superb colour and deco...

Wonderful pair of Derby Porcelain "Mansion House" dwarfs. Both figures are modeled wearing large hat advertisements, most likely as they stood outside Mansion House in London. Both f...

Elegant silver photo frame Good clear hallmark for Birmingham 1913 Good condition Original velvet back Free UK shipping  

Pair of antique Victorian quality Staffordshire dogs having brown and white coloured coats with gold collars, chains and padlocks unusual front leg In perfect original condition ...

19th century Parian bust of Clytie, a Greek water nymph and symbol of unrequited love. In the legend Clytie, the deserted lover of Helios the sun, sat staring at the sun, following ...

Pair orange and white bird vases. Vintage flared vases with transferware design featuring birds such as pheasants, doves, and songbirds among detailed floral and foliage motifs, with...

Standing 63cm tall, this pair of unique sculptures represent a couple, hand crafted in pigmented scagliola - a lengthy process that involves multiple stages of craftsmanship, sandi...

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING This Regency japanned chinoiserie sewing cabinet dates to the early nineteenth century, circa 1815. The cabinet is of rectangular form and decorated through...

This box is a jewelry box or a decorative box. It was made in the 19th century, in England, Victorian Period. Its lid is made in wood, brown in color.

Made by Spode in England circa 1830, this oval ironstone bowl is decorated with flowers in a rich Imari palette of cobalt blue and iron red, with accents of green foliage. The floral...

Exquisite pair of Wedgwood Ordinary lustre baluster vases by Daisy Makeig-Jones. Circa 1915. Dominated by dramatic gilded exotic crested birds on an incredibly rich royal blue mottle...

English Regency mahogany box with satinwood inlay. The four corners of the top are inlaid with lovely triangular scalloped decoration. All the border molding are also satinwood inlay...

English Imari Japan Pattern Porcelain Potpourri Vase, Possibly Coalport This large footed potpourri vase and cover is decorated on each side with flowering plants growing in a Chine...

English Chippendale Mahogany tall case clock with broken pediment, brass finials with eagle, Corinthian columns, painted Royalty face, brass string inlay, and terminating on squared ...

Antique Victorian quality rosewood jewellery box having a quality rosewood lift up lid opening to reveal a fitted blue velvet interior and a storage compartment with beautiful origin...

A pair of antique crystal perfume or cologne bottles with sterling silver tops, Art Deco period, early‑20th‑century, (1920s - 1930s), America. ...

A spectacular example of a solid silver snuff box inset with two agate stone panels to top and bottom, both in beautiful undamaged condition with a bright polished patina. The box h...

Large decorative handcast solid bronze tray, vide-poche, inspired by Wabi-Sabi, the ancient Japanese philosophy that views and embraces the world for its imperfections and transient ...

'Solar Storm Sky Blue over Gold' is a unique handblown and cut glass artwork by the British artist, Kate Jones of Gillies Jones. In the artist's own words: “This new body of work r...

A fabulous smart Art Deco box made from white onyx and trimmed in a deep green Malachite. The box opens to reveal the gold plated Betjemann's Patent hinge with and English registrat...

Mid century elephant figure. Made from straw covered in leather. Beautifully hand crafted piece with lots of character. The stance of the elephant is powerful with its trunk up in th...

Antique Regency quality mahogany inlaid tea caddy having inlaid satinwood stringing, original ornate brass handles and escutcheon, lift up lid opening to reveal two tea caddies Dim...

Generous size wicker basket. Circa 1930

Wonderfully styled Art Deco cigar box with a internal concertina three tier cigar/ cigarette dispenser with chrome accents. Originates from France, in good vintage condition with no ...

Margit Wittig has used her sculptural skills to create beautifully-crafted, well-proportioned candlesticks, which are compositions of her unique signature pearl and block shaped designs. Each candlestick begins as hand-sculpted components which are used to create moulds in different sizes. These highly original, eye-catching candlesticks come in different sizes depending on the number of blocks. The candlesticks are cast in bio-resin with 30% recycled components and Jesmonite mixed with pigment at the start of the process, to ensure color consistency. Some of the candlesticks are subtly finished with hand painted gold patina to reflect the shimmer of the candle. Each one is made with a solid brass drip catcher and can be cast in a variety of colors. Working from her studio in London, as well as candlesticks, Margit creates artistic lighting...

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 ...

A fine longclock from the end of the 18th century circa 1780 in oak by the watchmaker Charles Robotham of the city of Leicester Very beautiful English clock The clock has its o...

George III Chinoserie Lacquered Tallcase Clock with Faux Tortoiseshell Design, Thomas Hall, ca. 1760

Spode Porcelain Raspberry Ground Potpourri Basket and Cover, Pattern 3993 Circa 1825 This Spode porcelain potpourri basket and cover, a form recorded in the factory’s shape book as ...

Set of Four Large Regency Style Silver-Plated Candlesticks, circa 1900 An elegant and highly decorative set of four large silver-plated candlesticks in the Regency style, dating fro...

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CHEMIST’S CONTAINERS WITH LIDS A set of three pink and white glazed earthenware storage canisters with domed lids with original reverse painted and gilt glass lab...

- A cast iron bronze model of the Whippet, England circa 1950. - The Whippet, renowned for its speed and agility is depicted in a dynamic pose and has a wonderful lifelike quality in...