19th Century French Silverplate Duck Press

This exceptional silver gilt wine trolley from Tétard Frères of Paris is perfect for displaying that prized vintage. Wine lovers are sure to treasure this unique piece that conveni...

This elegant silver plate epergne is a rarity in that it also includes a full, cut-glass cruet set. This service’s delicate central basket is elevated above a plateau holding ten finely-cut bottles, including two mustard pots, four small vinaigrettes and four larger vinaigrettes. Intricate bright-cut engraving along the pierced galleries completes this stunning piece. An epergne is a dining table...

An important antique silverplate charger created by Elkington & Co., based on a sculpture by French artist Morel Ladeuil. Cast by one of the most significant and highly respected English silver firms in history, the classically-designed repoussé form displays an intimate scene of a lady being dressed by her attendants. Surrounded by a border of Greek anthemions and supported its elm and mahogany solid wood frame, this plaque is a tour-de-force of silver plate artistry. Elkington & Co. patented the first commercial electroplating process and held Royal Warrants for Queen Victoria, King Edward VI...

The fine art of wine-making is brought to life by this rare French wine corker. Beautifully crafted of wrought iron, this corker is specifically des...

An exceedingly rare and important pair of George III-period mahogany knife boxes of exceptional quality and condition. The boxes are of serpentine form with refined crossbanded and c...

This wonderful late 19th century silver plated wine trolley was crafted by Christofle, the French firm renowned for their commanding silver and plated flatw...

An Aesthetic period silver plate on brass hot water urn samovar. Wonderfully detailed and a very fine example of this style. American, late 19th century (1...

WMF Art Nouveau Silverplated Dragonfly Motif & Engraved green crystal box Germany, 1900s An exceptional example of the WMF Art Nouveau workmanship, combining the silvered figural m...

Rare old English silverplate golf motif novelty breakfast cruet. The set includes an open salt cellar with spoon, a mustard pot with spoon and a pepper pot. Please note the use of go...

Late Victorian period English silverplate meat cover with beaded edge, scalloped sides with beaded handle. 13 by 10 by 9 inches. In very good condition. Polished and ready for displa...

Beautiful antique (Victorian period) circular footed silver plate tray with exceptional chased designs including egg-and-art motif along the rim, rosettes, swags and central ring of ...

This is a fine quality antique silver-plated Victorian centrepiece bearing the makers stamp to the underside of the renowned silversmiths James Deakin & Son, of Sheffield, London, Birmingham & Chester, Circa 1890 in date. This wonderful centerpiece was made with a central vase for flowers and a dishe either side, each can be removed when required, to house sweetsd, fruit, nuts, etc A lot of intricate detailing has gone into the creation of this beautiful item. This is an extremely well designed and attractive piece that can only grow in value. Condition: In excellent condition with clear makers marks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 57 x Width 52 x Depth 26 Dimensions in inches: Height 1 foot, 10 inches x Width 1 foot, 8 inches x Depth 10 inches James Deakin & Sons The firm was founded in Sheffield by James Deakin in 1866. The first mark was entered by the firm in Sheffield Assay Office on 31 January 1878. It was a "JD" over "WD" and, possibly, represented the partnership of James Deakin and his son William Pitchford Deakin. The firm was active at Sidney Works, Matilda Street, Sheffield. In 1886 two further sons entered in the partnership, John Deakin and Albert Deakin, and the firm was then known as James Deakin & Sons. Further marks were entered in London Assay Office (1888) by William and John Deakin (subsidiary offices and showrooms at 48 Holborn Viaduct, London), Chester and Birmingham. Further offices and showrooms were opened at Gardiner House, 14 Charterhouse Street, London, 34 St. Enoch Square, Glasgow and 7 Queen Street, Belfast. After the retirement of James Deakin (1893) the business was continued by his sons William, John and Albert. In 1897 the firm was converted into a limited liability company under the style James Deakin & Sons Ltd. The firm was the proprietor of Shaw and Fisher...