Mid-19th Century More Dining and Entertaining

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian English sterling silver goblet; an addition to our collection of wine and drinks related silverware. This exceptional antique Victorian silver goblet, in sterling standard, has a circular bell shaped form onto a knopped stem and circular spreading foot. The body of this silver goblet is embellished with bright cut engraved foliate and floral festoons suspended from ribbon bow motifs. The upper portion of this sterling silver goblet is encompassed with bright cut engraved layered leaf decorated border. The foot is ornamented with further bright cut engraved simplified leaf decorated border, reflecting the design to the rim. Condition This antique Victorian silver goblet is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The goblet has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. The bright cut engraved decoration is very crisp. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the goblet are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Dimensions Diameter of rim: 6.9cm / 2.7" Diameter of base: 6.3cm / 2.5" Height: 12.2cm / 4.8" Weight 3.6 troy ounces/113g Maker: H J Lias & Son (Henry John Lias...

A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver straight flatware service for six persons; an addition to our dining silverware collection. The pieces of this fine antique Victorian sterling silver flatware service for six persons have been crafted in the Kings shape in a similar design to Tudor pattern. The reverse surface of each handle is ornamented with a contemporary bright cut engraved crest; each crest shows signs of wear in keeping with age, and could be erased upon request. This impressive straight service consists of: Six table forks Six dessert forks Six table spoons Six dessert spoons Six teaspoons This antique flatware service is supplied in felt cutlery rolls; which not only protect the items in storage but significantly reduces tarnishing. This flatware set or service can be purchased with knives if so desired, exact matching pattern knives are not available but a similar design can be arranged. "Straight" means all the pieces are made by the same maker in the same year. Condition This antique canteen...

Neoclassical, sterling silver child's mug/cup, Gorham Mfg. Co, Providence, Rhode Island, circa 1860. Handle is decorated with a neoclassical woman's head. Interior is lightly gilded....

Pair of antique English Mahogany Sheraton knife boxes with satinwood inlay and sterling silver mounts, circa 1860. This exquisite pair of knife boxes...

This antique silver plated hot water or coffee urn has no maker's marks but presumed to have been made in England in circa 1890 in the period Victorian style. The bowl of this urn is nicely decorated with a graduated ribbed design which is replicated on both the claw foot pedestal...

Three pairs (Six) available as of This Writing~ (as seen in photo) Sold per pair Pair of 19th century copper and brass candlesticks are perfect for adding an Old World touch to any...

Antique 19th century Georgian exceptional rococo style solid silver pair of tea caddies, of rectangular form, profusely embossed in the chinoiserie style, the panels depicting c-scro...

A large mid-19th century copper frying pan with riveted iron handle and seem base, circa 1860.             

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver claret jug, influenced by the Aesthetic Movement; an addition to our diverse silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver claret jug has a circular rounded form onto a circular plateaued foot. The upper portion of the jug is encompassed with bands of bright cut engraved evolute scroll, vertical pale and oval motifs accented with a simplified leaf garland and delicate scrolling pattern to the rim, all influenced by the Aesthetic Movement. The lower portion of the body is embellished with large fan designs segmented with tri-lobed motifs; each large module incorporates a horizontal pale, matte pattern. The Victorian silver claret jug is fitted with a hinged hallmarked cover ornamented with a bright cut engraved leaf wreath design encompassing a contemporary crest of a stag's head erased. The cover is surmounted with a cast and applied leaf decorated thumbpiece, reflecting the shape of the fan designs to the body. This impressive jug is fitted with an exceptional embossed elongated S scroll handle featuring a bi-lobed ribbed formation and embellished with bright cut engraved oval motifs to either side, in addition to a scalloped, scrolling lower terminal. Either side of the lip is ornamented with a bright cut engraved simplified leaf design, in addition to a plain applied moulded border to the rim. The plateaued foot is embellished with further bright cut engraved garland designs, reflecting the ornamentation of the body and cover. The interior surface of the cover retains the original gilding. The underside of the foot bears the retailer's mark 'J. Mayer, Silversmith, Liverpool'. Condition This antique Victorian silver claret jug is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition. The bright cut engraved decoration is very crisp. The jug has been professionally cleaned and is ready for use. Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the base and part hallmarks to the cover are very clear. Dimensions Length from back of handle to lip 13.4 cm / 5.3" Width 11.6 cm / 4.6" Height 30.3 cm / 11.9" Weight 21.5 troy ounces / 668g Maker: William Hunter...

Aesthetic coin silver baby cup. Made by Juergens & Andersen in Chicago. Tapering and inset sides engraved with stylized ornament, including swags and scrolls, centered on oval frame ...

The decorative elements of this skimmer are interesting - a snake, the profile of a bird, etc. It would look very nice next to a fireplace or in the kitchen as a decorative piece.

Fine antique Continental hand-painted porcelain botanical motif soup tureen. With interesting and beautifully hand-painted botanical and insect motifs throughout.  Impressed "8" ove...

A very elegant pair of neoclassical inspired silver double salt cellars of navette form, both showing richly gilded and divided interiors and up-swe...

This is a very attractive, early Victorian mustard pot, made in London by John Evans in 1845. It is fully hallmarked to the side of the pot and to the inside of the lid. The pot feat...

Grape serving stand, by Atkin Bothers, circa 1853. Atkin Brothers was located in Sheffield England. Henry Atkin was called Henry Atkin & Co. located at 32 Howard Street, Sheffield. H...

Exceptional handblown cobalt blue German stein with pewter lid. Period: circa 1850 Origin: Germany Size: 11 1/2" H x 4" D Family Owned & Operated Cisc...

Antique European silver strainer, circa 1840. Round bowl with concentric piercing, gadrooned rim, and feathered open loop handle. On handle back is eng...

These very fine quality wine labels are modelled as unusual Gothic letters, engraved with linear designs. The labels are in excellent condition, are of a very good gauge and are very...

The fish servers are modelled in the Fiddle pattern. The blade of the knife has a reeded border and the centre of the blade is pierced with scroll work and a central flower head. The...

This very fine piece is modelled in the "Kings" pattern and is double struck, with the pattern on both the front and the back. This example is of an extremely thick guage and is very...

English Sheffield tea urn with hand chased floral motif, fluted, and beaded decorative work, acanthus side handles, removable lid, spout, and termina...

Large late Biedermeier silver sugar box on four voluted, leaf-decorated feet, merging into a rectangular body with wide fluting in the middle, walls decorated with fine chinoiserie d...

Consists of a hot water vessel with a lockable spout, a silver frame and a burner. Cylindrical vessel with two drop ring handles, removable lid with acanthus knob, pouring lever with...

Look at the museum quality painting of roses on this Old Paris Porcelain bowl painted by the studio of Boyer Rue De La Paix. This bowl was made in the mid 19th century. The central p...

Look at the museum quality painting of carnations on this Old Paris Porcelain bowl painted by the studio of Boyer Rue De La Paix. This bowl was made in the mid 19th century. The central painting of carnations is surrounded by a maroon, red fluted border with raised gold arabesque and flower decorations. The carnation painting...