1840s Decorative Objects

This is a lovely antique Victorian silver plated casket bearing the makers mark of the renowned silversmiths, Walker and Hall, Circa 1840 in date. The square casket freatures an epic mythological scene of the four seasons with eight winged cherubs on the lid. Each side features the four seasons: spring features a bull and a goddess, summer has a lion and a goddess, autumn has a scorpion and a goddess and winter has a cherub and goddess. The interior of the box features its original quilted buttoned silk upholstery. Add some elegance to your home with this lovely casket. Condition: In excellent condition with no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 15 cm x Width 24 cm x Depth 24 cm Dimensions in inches: Height 6 inches x Width 9 inches x Depth 9 inches Walker & Hall the business was established in Sheffield in 1845 by George Walker who become an assistant of Dr John Wright. Dr John Wright had conducted important experiments on electroplating, Walker secured the royalty of electroplating for Sheffield. The business was joined by Henry Hall and became in 1853 Walker & Hall. The factory was at Howard Street, Sheffield, while showrooms were opened in 45 Holborn Viaduct, London. Branches were opened in Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Cardiff, Belfast, Hull, Bristol, Melbourne and Adelaide (Australia), Cape Town (South Africa). Walker & Hall was converted into a limited liability company in 1920 under the style Walker & Hall Ltd and combined in 1963 under the British Silverware...

Oriental Sterling Silver Box with Figural Engravings, Handcrafted Persian Design, 18th C. An exquisite Antique Qadjar Oriental silver box, delicately hand-engraved with detailed figural and floral scenes, evoking the opulence of West Asian (Persiann) artistry. Crafted in the 19th century, this circular box features a continuous frieze of courtly musicians and noble figures within arabesque cartouches, surrounded by intricate foliate borders that showcase the exceptional skill of traditional silversmiths. Measuring approximately 6 cm in diameter and weighing about 72 grams, the box’s refined decoration reflects themes of celebration, poetry, and love – central motifs in Persian miniature painting and metalwork. The lid, meticulously etched with a symmetrical medallion composition, enhances its aesthetic balance and visual harmony. Likely made for betel, tobacco, or jewellery storage, this piece embodies both functional and artistic elegance. Its time-worn patina and fine repoussé and niello-style detailing suggest careful handwork rather than machine production, typical of mid-19th-century Oriental craftsmanship. Perfect as a collector’s item or a refined gift, this silver box adds timeless charm and cultural depth to any curated display of Eastern decorative arts. Dimensions: 6 cm Weight: 72 g Origin: Middle East or Persia (19th century) Material: Silver (tested) Antique Persian Qajar Engraved...

Swiss alp decorative bowl from Gruyere village

This piece of nineteenth-century French elegance is sure to be the envy of any collector. The Napoleon III gilt bronze inkwell is a prized find, crafted in circa 1840 France with int...

Wonderful solid tropical hardwood writing box or slope Fabulous colour and figure in the wood Fine brass hardware 3 secret drawers shown in the last image* Replaced leather The ...

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1844 & 1845 by Walter Knowle & Co., this stylish, and large pair of Antique Sterling Silver Candelabra, are in the '4 shell' style, and will hold 4...

A 19th Century Biedermeier Swedish Jewelry box in oak with an ornamental inlay decoration. The fine intarsia work, featuring a floral pattern, is...

Pair of Coalbrookdale vases with applied flowers, circa 1840.

A very fine antique repousse work & engraved sterling silver gilt castle top cigar/cheroot case, Nathaniel Mills Birmingham 1840. This very finely crafted silver case is made by the ...

Fine Fruitwood Grand-Sonnerie Striking Vienna Regulator Four pillar, triple train movement of short duration with dead beat escapement incorporating...

A Magnificent Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Hand-Carved Siena Marble Model of a Sarcophagus on a Black Marble Base. This gorgeous grand tour piece is modeled after the Fon...

Pair of rare French porcelain covered "Pagoda" Urns, Bayeux, circa 1845.

With neoclassical decoration. Impressed Wedgwood.

Original Scandinavian antique chest box from 1846, most likely from Sweden where we found it. The chest box is made from pine wood and is ...

Victorian Period, sterling silver-mounted (unmarked, but tested) Cowrie shell snuff box with hinged lid, England, Ca. 1840's. Measures 3 inches long x 2 inches deep x almost 2 inches high. Sterling silver mount is engraved Mrs. Margaret Burke...

On a sky blue ground, the gilding finely tooled.

French gilt bronze clock, with Bacchus head, circa 1840.

Austrian Biedermeier silver gilt casket, 1846. Bellied, lobed, and rectangular. Hinged cover same and concave with raised center and swing-mounted scroll bracket cast handle with flowers. Hardstone mounts including porphyry and lapis lazuli as well as cabochon jewels. On front two turquoise cabochon...

An opulent hand hand-painted opaline glass vase probably made by Baccarat. Delightful handpainted with a rich flower bouquet of wild roses and forgot-me-not flowers, gilt lines and a...

A pair of English Derbyshire Pietra Dura obelisks. Specimen stones have been inlaid into the Derbyshire black marble in the form of flowers and leaves. Set on a stepped black marble ...

A superb antique Italian Sorrento Ware Olive wood and marquetry casket Circa 1840 in date. The rectangular casket has fabulous inlaid marquetry decoration. It features a floral marq...

A beautiful pair of 19th century French Louis XVI style Sevres cobalt blue and ormolu-mounted vases with rams heads and wreaths. The porcelain body is beautifully painted with the signature Sevres Royal cobalt blue. The square shaped base is decorated with ormolu acanthus leaves and ribbon wreaths beautifully hand chizzeled and detailed ormolu work. These vases can easily be turned into a fabulous pair of...

French 19th c Wood and Paper Covered Painted Box With A Neoclassical, Palladian Style, Building Diorama Under the Glass Top. The 3D scene is of a Classical building with wild game...

A very early Victorian sterling silver gilt viniagrette by Francis Clarke, Birmingham, 1841. This very nice vinaigrette is in fine condition with an engine turned top, engraved with ...

Metal bound Swedish "wedding" box

This Louis-Philippe period table lectern in cherrywood resting on four turned legs, has three positions for three different reading angles. France, circa 1840.

Pair of English porcelain floral covered vases, circa 1840.

Depiction of two seated, smiling Chinese Buddha figures from a series of folk types: Voluminous bodies with hair tied back strictly, wearing robes that cling closely to the body, bel...

French gilded brass carriage clock in a finely engraved case with bevelled glass. The rear of the case with conforming engraving to the rear door incorporating shutters for the wind...

A rare pair of 19th Century carved giltwood elements of eagles with widespread wings, Indian, circa 1840. Artfully displayed on contemporary ebonised stands. Historic repair to one w...

This handsome rosewood English vanity box retains the original glass bottles and jars with silver plated tops, 19th century. The inside reveals multiple compartments and a spring loaded lever opens the secret drawer...

Pair of Paris porcelain two handled vases, circa 1840.

American painted and carved wood figural statue of General Santa Anna in full military dress attire. General during the time of Mexican-American War and later became President of Mex...

With Greek/Roman classical figural motifs on a pink ground with neck key fret border, handles with gilt molded flowerheads.

French mantel clock "Astronomy" Paris Bronze, marble Mid 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 38 x 55 x 16 cm Description: A Louis XVI-style figural mantel clock mounted on a two-t...

Single tall French Restoration period doré gilt bronze ormolu candelabra candlestick. The chasing of the ormolu is very detailed and finely chased, the large center stem is solid bla...

Papier mâché watch holder, circa 1840. The papier mâché watch holder with the original painted floral and bird decoration. This "Pocket Watch...

A 19th century Swedish wooden cutlery tray with a curved slotted central handle and divider between two compartments, one with a notch for long utensils. Retains old painted finish.

possibly a cigar box at once point based on its wooden liner of Spanish cedar, having a hinged top with matching grains to the bottom, with a brass pull and escutcheon

1840s wood European document box with iron ornamentation.

Pair of large blue and white delft lions, Luneville, circa 1840.

This is a Swedish Mora Clock 100% Original paint Fryksdhal Mode . the old works have been removed and New battery works installed. I do offer the Original works with every clock I s...

This exceptional carriage timepiece made by one of Englands greatest clockmakers is highly unusual. The single fusee eight day movement regulated by a large fully jewelled lever esca...

With bulging eyes, a somewhat snarling expression with baring teeth.

This exquisite pair of Continental decorative vases showcases exceptional Austrian craftsmanship and artistic flair, making them a stunning focal point for any room or decor. Each ur...

A Very Unusual travel clock in the shape of a prayer book £1,750.00 Possible one of a kind travel clock in the shape of a purse or prayer book, with a false clasp and snap closure. T...

French Empire Gilt Metal Figural Clock, circa 1840, in two parts, the upper section with a seated lute player aside the circular metal dial, the movement strike on bell, the lower se...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver two light candelabrum centrepiece; an addition to our ornamental Victorian silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian English cast sterling silver candelabrum has a circular waisted form. This antique 19th century table...

A Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mounted Baccarat Crystal Celeste Blue Opaline Vases. Each vase is of amphora form with a wide upper mouth that extends downwards ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian English sterling silver parcel gilt Go-To-Bed candlestick; an addition to our silver candlestick / can...

This tea caddy is of sarcophagus form, oblong with a raised panelled lid, painted with autumnal fruit and flowers. The exterior is brilliantly decorated in penwork with stylised flow...

A fine pair of early Victorian cornucopias of exceptional quality on white marble bases mounted with finely chased gilt bronze elephant heads supp...

A fine single fusee timepiece dating from the beginning of Queen Victoria’s reign Circa 1840. The eight day movement with anchor escapement with a suspended pendulum bob with top adj...

19th-Century brass and chrome French jardiniere.

This is a 100% original painted Swedish Mora clock. Its been restored and new battery works installed. I do offer the original works to every clock I sell.

Pair of English cast polished steel wheat sheaths book ends resting on step back rectangular plinths, Early 19th Century.

Mid 19th century pair glazed porcelain old Paris vases with exterior gilt painted design details. Each vase is in great condition. Minor wear consistent with age / use. Each vase is ...

A large and very finely cut-glass Victorian bowl.

This is a unique Swedish Mora Clock, its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster White" I found it at an Estate Auction in Stockholm, Sweden.

Official marble bust of Pope Pius IX (1792–1878), created in Rome around 1846/47, shortly after his election as the 255th pope on June 16, 1846. The bust depicts him at approximately...