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Period: 1850s
Hand Painted Early Victorian Brass Rococo Handled Papier Mache Tray
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional Victorian hand painted and lacquered papier mache twin handled tray dating from around 1850. The rounded tray has a shaped rim with ornate brass rococo handles applied...
Category
European Early Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
Very Fine English Sheffield Silver Plated Covered Oval Bowl on Tray
Located in Houston, TX
Martin hall and co, circa 1850-1860 beautifully chased and
has handles on opposing sides on the bowl and the tray
the bowl is attached to the tray...
Category
English Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Minton Majolica Cellini Ewer Jug
By Minton
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Minton Majolica ewer with a mythological theme which features putti, birds and vine fruits. The ewer has a tapered neck, with mask head and Sphinx handle. Sits on circular fluted foo...
Category
Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Majolica
Victorian Sterling Silver Hot Water Jug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver wine or water jug, an addition to our antique silverware collection.
This impressive Victorian sterling silver hot water...
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Large German Oval Silver Plated Tray Peters Hamburg 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a momumental beautiful antique German oval silver-plated twin handled tray by I.H.Peters & Co, Hamburg, dating from the mid 19th Cntury.
The tra...
Category
German Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
White Majolica Neptune Platter Minton, circa 1865
By Minton
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica mythological platter which features four figural panels molded with Juno, Neptune, Mercury and Selene signed Minton, circa 1856.
This platter had a rare turquoise blue back...
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
French Porcelain Pink Flower Plate, circa 1850
Located in Austin, TX
French porcelain purple Iris plate, circa 1850.
Category
French Louis Philippe Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Mappin Bros. Diminutive Tauntless with Cut Glass Decanters
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mappin Bros. diminutive tauntless with cut glass decanters, complete with attached key, original 8" x 3" panel cut glass decanters, with brass inset plaque "Mappin Bros. 67 & 68, King William Street...
Category
English High Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Porcelain Purple Iris Plate, circa 1850
Located in Austin, TX
French porcelain purple iris plate, circa 1850.
Category
French Louis Philippe Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
19th Century French Hand-Painted and Gilt Porcelain Lamp
Located in London, GB
A beautiful French porcelain lamp with hand-painted scenes and delicate gilt decoration, dating from 1850.
The lamp features a pair of oval panels, one with a hand-painted classica...
Category
French Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Blue Victorian Majolica Pitcher Banana Leaf Minton, circa 1859
By Minton
Located in Austin, TX
19th pastel blue Majolica banana leaf pitcher signed Minton dated October 1859.
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Majolica
Set of Five Austrian Majolica Butterflies Dishes, circa 1900
By Schütz Cilli
Located in Austin, TX
Unusual set of five butterflies dishes who made a centerpiece of 14" diameter signed Schutz cilli.
Signed with a mark used between 1854 and 1900.
Each d...
Category
Austrian Art Nouveau Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Chinese Rose Mandarin Plate
Located in Wilson, NC
Chinese rose mandarin plate, depicting mandarins, with attendants, playing a board game. It has a floral patterned border with a stippled background.
Category
Chinese Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Important Sterling and Gilt Inkwell by John & Joseph Angell, London, 1853
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Important sterling and gilt inkwell by John & Joseph Angell London 1853, depicting a likeness of Shakespeare, Socrates and other scholars. The inkwell is in mint condition with no is...
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Large Japanese Imari Charger with Bird Design, ca. 1850
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Japanese Imari Charger with Bird Design, ca. 1850
Category
Japanese Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century English Silver Plate Vine Coaster Set of 2
Located in Pomona, CA
A pair of 19th century English silver-plated coasters circa 1850s.
Category
English Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
Blue and White Sample Pattern Platter Plate 19th C Derby England
Located in Hastings, GB
A very rare and unusual factory blue and white transfer pattern sample plate, for the Derby Pottery, (later the Royal Crown Derby pottery), transfer pattern dating to late 19th centu...
Category
English Early Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Antique French Ormolu Tazza with Limoges Enamel Plaque, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an impressive and highly decorative French ormolu tazza, mid-19th century in date.
It features twin handles to either side and the centre is inset with a beautiful Limoges...
Category
French Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ormolu
Elegant French Centerpiece – 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
An exquisite 19th-century French "surtout de table" crafted in silver-plated bronze. This elegant centerpiece showcases fine craftsmanship and is in good overall condition, with norm...
Category
Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Export Silver Salver
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Salver, of octagonal shape, and with eight panels fanning out from the centre and chased with lotus and egrets, magpies and peonies, butterflies and pomegranate...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Victorian 15-Carat Gold Topped Cut Glass Scent Bottle, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
Victorian 15-carat gold topped cut glass scent bottle, circa 1850
Beautifully handcut glass with gold hinged top and cork inside.
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Gold
English Burl Walnut & Figural Cherub Wedgewood Letter Box with Mounts, C. 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
English Burl walnut and figural cherub wedge-wood hinged letter box with compartmentalized fitted interior, locking mechanism with key, decorative circular rope motif, and original e...
Category
English William IV Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
Victorian English Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver coffee pot; an addition to our silver teaware collection.
This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver coffee pot...
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
19th Century Italian Silver Oil Lamp Depicting Mercury After Giambologna
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional 19th century silver oil lamp supported by the figure of Mercury after the model by Giambologna, by the Italian silversmith, Angelo Giannotti (1824-1865) of Bolog...
Category
Italian Neoclassical Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Marble, Silver
Mandarin Platter with Strainer
Located in Wilson, NC
The center panel in both the platter and strainer have richly painted Mandarin court scenes which are framed with depiction of birds, butterflies, and flowers framed with stylized dr...
Category
Chinese Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
2 Biedermeier silver plates Vienna 1859
Located in Vienna, AT
Two Biedermeier silver plates, solid 800 silver, handmade in Vienna (Austria/Hungary) Schiffer Manufactory from 1859
Hallmarks: 13 lots with the year 1859, manufacturer's mark Schiffer
Category
Biedermeier Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Chinese Soup Plate Inspired by the Blue Family India Compagny, Mid 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Nice « Blanc Bleu » porcelain plate inspired the Compagnie des Indes from XIXth century. This porcelain soup plate represents exotic plant elements. Ornaments are visible on the sides of the plate.
The arrival of porcelain in Europe was linked to the development of shipping and international trade. Porcelain was very popular in Europe because of its lightness and its durability. The import from China is linked to the lack of mastery of this technique by the Europeans. The French, Dutch and British East...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Large Victorian Ironstone Willow Pattern Meat Plate A lovely piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Victorian Ironstone Willow Pattern Meat Plate
A lovely piece with timeless design and good colours, the plate deep and has a wide edge, it is in good condition with
some age ...
Category
Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ironstone
European Silversmith, Antique Silver Tea Strainer, Dated 1855
Located in Copenhagen, DK
European silversmith. Antique silver tea strainer. Dated 1855
Length: 18 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Large private collection...
Category
Unknown Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Antique Baccarat Paperweight With Millefiori Garland c1850
By Baccarat
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Antique Baccarat Paperweight With Millefiori Garland c1850
Date : c1850
Origin : France
Features : Eight garland loops of millef...
Category
French Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Robert Dicker Sterling Silver Candlesticks, Stamped 1865
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Clearly stamped and marked by renowned English silversmith, Robert Dicker these beautiful Georgian style candlesticks are perfect size for any table. Measures: 3" x 3" x 5.5" Tall. I...
Category
English Georgian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Pair of Sterling Silver Lily Pattern Sauce Ladles
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique sterling silver lily pattern sauce ladles made by George Adams; an addition to our Victorian silver flatware collection.
These exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver sauce ladles have been crafted in the Lily pattern.
The lily pattern leaf decoration to the handle terminal and heel of each piece is a Classic example of mid-Victorian naturalism.
The anterior surface of the handle of these antique silver sauce ladles...
Category
Great Britain (UK) Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century Bowl Spongewear Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Hand-picked by buyers at Ann Morris Inc.
Category
English Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Pottery
Ionic by John Polhemus Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 62 Pieces Rare
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Ionic by John Polhamus, circa 1860 sterling silver flatware set, retailed by Tiffany & Co., 62 pieces. This set includes:
12 Dessert Knives, flat handle all-sterling, 7 7/8"
...
Category
Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Russian 0.84 Silver 1851 Vodka Mug
Located in New York, NY
Russian 0.84 silver, partially gilt, vodka mug, made in Saint Petersburg in 1851, showcasing stylized floral and architectural motifs. It measures 3 1/8'' in height by 2 1/8'' in dia...
Category
Russian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Danish Silversmith, Antique Silver Tea Strainer, Dated 1852
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish silversmith. Antique silver 830 tea strainer.
Dated 1852.
Length: 19 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Large private collection of ...
Category
Danish Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
A Silver Tray, from the 'Menachem Aveilim' society to Rabbi Yosef Weisse, 1858
Located in New York, NY
Silver tray, presented by the members of the 'Menachem Aveilim' society to Rabbi Yosef Weisse, 1858.
Silver tray with Hebrew inscription dated 1858 presented by the members of the '...
Category
Slovak Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Victorian English Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Gravy Spoon
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver fiddle pattern gravy spoon; part of our silver cutlery collection.
This antique Victori...
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Agricultural Sterling Silver Goblet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver engraved goblet; an addition to our collection of wine and drinks related silverware.
This exceptional ...
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bennett & Caldwell Coin Silver Pitcher, circa 1850
Located in New York, NY
Coin silver hand hammered water pitcher circa 1850 by Philadelphia makers Bennett and Caldwell. Leaf motif along handle, leaf and floral design around body and base, intricate leaf a...
Category
American Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Antique Victorian 1855 Sterling Silver Mustard Pot
By John Figg
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our silver cruets/condiments collection.
This fine antique Victorian sterling silver mustard pot has a plain cylindrical form.
The body of the mustard pot is embellished with pierced vertical pale and conjoined arch decoration.
The flared rim of the mustard pot is ornamented with an applied gadroon decorated border.
This fine mustard pot retains the original hallmarked hinged subtly domed cover surmounted with an impressive cast figural mask decorated thumbpiece.
This fine example of antique silver...
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Coin Silver Pitcher Ewer from 1850s
By Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Coin silver pitcher / ewer from mid- to late 1850s by Gorham, retailed by Crosby, Hubbard, & Morse in Boston, measuring 11 1/2'' in height and 7 3/...
Category
American Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Basket, London 1854, Joseph & Albert Savory
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1854 by Joseph & Albert Savory, this delightful, Victorian, antique sterling silver basket, its round in shape, and features floral chased and engraved decora...
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gothic Silver Communion Set with Original Box by Henry Wilkinson & Sons
Located in Kent, Dover
An English Gothic silver plated communion set with their original box by Henry Wilkinson & Sons of Sheffield. Comprising two chalices, two patens, a ewer and a plate. Each ornately e...
Category
English High Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
Victorian Water Jug
Located in Steyning, West sussex
A richly step and hobnail cut Victorian water jug.
England, circa 1850
Height: 19.5 cm (7 3/4").
Width: 14 cm (5 1/2").
Depth: 12 cm (4 3/4").
Category
Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Cut Glass
Lister & Sons Antique Victorian 1852 Newcastle Sterling Silver Teaspoons
By Lister & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive set of six antique Victorian Newcastle sterling silver Fiddle pattern teaspoons; an addition to our silver teaware collection.
These fine antique Victorian Newcastle sterling silver teaspoons have been crafted in Fiddle pattern.
The anterior surface of the terminal of each handle is embellished with the contemporary engraved initials 'ASW'.
These fine antique silver teaspoons...
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair of American Brass & Wrought Iron Plantation Cauldrons on Stand CT, C. 1851
By The Hayden Company
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass and wrought iron plantation cauldrons with original scrolled handles fitted on a circular three legged banded stand with splayed feet. Mid-19th century stamped...
Category
American American Empire Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron
Center Piece in Opaline Glass, circa 1850
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Special rose france opaline center table piece.
Category
French International Style Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Opaline Glass
Large French Ceramic Hanging Fountain with Lid
Located in Victoria, BC
This magnificent large French ceramic hanging fountain is a true testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of the mid-19th century. Originating from Marseilles, this exquisite piece showcases the skillful combination of form and glaze to create a stunning visual effect.
The centerpiece of the fountain is a beautifully molded dolphin, meticulously crafted and glazed in a rich burnt orange hue. The dolphin's intricate details, from its sinuous body to its gracefully arched tail, demonstrate the sculptor's mastery in capturing the essence of this majestic sea creature.
The background of the fountain features a wave-like design, glazed in a vibrant yellow tone. The interplay between the burnt orange of the dolphin and the contrasting yellow waves creates a striking and harmonious color palette, evoking the movement and energy of the sea.
This hanging fountain comes complete with a lid, adding an element of functionality and practicality to its artistic appeal. The lid is designed to securely cover the fountain, ensuring the proper functioning of the water feature.
With dimensions of approximately 20 inches in height, 12 inches in width, and 8 inches in depth, this large ceramic hanging fountain makes a commanding presence. Its size and visual impact allow it to serve as a captivating focal point in any interior or outdoor space, whether suspended from a ceiling or showcased on a wall.
The craftsmanship and origin of this piece, dating back to the mid-1800s in Marseilles, contribute to its historical significance. It represents a time when French artisans excelled in the creation of decorative ceramics, showcasing their talent and innovation.
This French ceramic hanging fountain with its burnt orange dolphin and yellow wave background is a truly remarkable find. Its artistic beauty, historical value, and functional design make it an exceptional piece for collectors of antique ceramics...
Category
French French Provincial Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Pottery
Meigh Very Large Turkey Platter, circa 1851-1861
Located in Chicago, IL
C Meigh & Son Pottery - for over almost a century, was run successfully by Charles Meigh, beginning in 1834, when he took over the helm from his father, Joe and worked out of “Old Hall Pottery...
Category
English Country Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Stoneware
4 John Polhamus for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bead Forks 7 3/4"
Located in Washington Depot, CT
4 John Polhamus for Tiffany & Co. sterling silver forks in the 1850 Bead pattern. Marked: J*P, TIFFANY & CO., STERLING. Engraved on handle: Louisa Le Huray. ...
Category
American Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Aaron Hatfield & Sons silver - gilt cutlery set
Located in Braintree, GB
Aaron Hatfield & Sons silver - gilt cutlery set.
This elegant silver gilt cutlery set was crafted in 1851 by the renowned maker Aaron Hatfield & Sons in Sheffield. The set features...
Category
British Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver Bachelor Coffee Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver bachelor coffee pot made by John Samuel Hunt; an addition to our silve...
Category
British Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Coin Silver Pair of Open Salt Cellars from 1850s
By Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Gorham, coin silver open salt cellars, made circa 1855 to 1860, beautifully adorned with floral and cartouche motifs. They measure 2 1/2'' in diameter by 1 2/3'' in height, a...
Category
American Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Grape Shears '1854'
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Victorian English sterling silver gilt grape shears; an addition to our silver flatware collection.
This exceptional pair of antique Victorian cast sterling silver gilt grape shears has a hinged scissor action.
The handles of these grape scissors are embellished with plain intertwining stems to double antique dolphin decorated fingerpieces, accented with details reproducing the scales, in addition to a shell motif.
The circular hinged portion is embellished with a man in the moon mask design.
The grape shears are fitted with flat engraved scrolling leaf decorated blades, with a rounded outer edge.
These exceptional examples of 19th century silver flatware retain the original gilding.
These exceptional Victorian grape...
Category
English Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mixed Metals by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Chafing Dish w/Underplate (#5083)
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mixed Metals by Tiffany and Co.
Extraordinary Mixed Metals by Tiffany and Co sterling silver (and other metals) chafing dish with underplate with "C" date mark. This dish measures 1...
Category
American Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
MH Russian .875 Silver Cigar Box Trompe L'Oeil Wood Panels w/Gilt c.1886 (#6987)
Located in Big Bend, WI
MH
Extraordinary MH Russian .875 silver cigar box dated 1886, assay IYS (Ivan Yev Stigneev). This box features trompe l'oeil wood panels with realistic grain. The center of lid is engraved and has crossed Russian...
Category
Russian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Victorian Aesthetic Style Sterling Silver Claret Jug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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...
Category
English Victorian Antique 1850s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
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