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Material: Silver Plate
Silver plated tankard by Elkington & Co, England for Trust Houses, England, 1962
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage silver plated tankard 1 pint by Elkington & Co, England, 1962.
Elkington & Co are one of the most important names in English Silver and Silver Plate. Elkington started in Birmingham in 1836, and experimented with innovative gilding techniques. By 1838 they had discovered and patented a new way to electroplate one metal on to the surface of another. By 1840 production was already underway with silver electroplated wares. The company received financial backing from Josiah Mason in 1842 (renaming the firm Elkington, Mason & Co between 1842 and 1861) and was extremely successful. It introduced electrotyping as a new method of production for silver plated items. Elkington & Co exhibited at the Great Exhibition of 1851 with enormous success. Elkington held Royal Warrants for Queen Victoria, King Edward VI, King George V, King Edward VIII and King George VI. The Elkington & Co. name is still in use today as manufacturers under the auspices of British Silverware Ltd.
Trust Houses, the client for whom this mug was made, was part of a group that operated a chain of hotels and inns in the UK, with a focus on offering consistent quality and hospitality standards. This collaboration suggests that the mug was likely produced for use in one of these establishments, possibly as part of a larger set for dining or bar service.
The year 1962 places it in a post-WWII period, during which Elkington & Co. was known to produce items both for commercial and private use. Silver-plated items from Elkington with clear markings, especially those produced for companies like Trust Houses, are quite collectible.
The antique beer mug...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Antique Silver Plated and Engraved Glass Comport Centrepiece, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous antique English silver-plated and engraved glass table centre comport, dated with the registration lozenge for 10th September 1...
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1850s English Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
England, 1880, Pierced Silver Plated Jam Pot with a Frosted Liner and Bun Feet
Located in Stamford, CT
Late 19 century pierced silver plated jam pot with a frosted liner and bun feet circa 1880 England. This is a wonderful piece from a private collector but I do not believe the froste...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
19th C Sheffield Silver over Copper & Original Crystal Epergne with Lions Heads
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Spectacular 19th century English silver plated epergne with figural lion's head feet and chased silver arms and base. The handblown crystal center bowl is petal cut and frosted with ...
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19th Century English Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Victorian Silver Plate Round Engraved Biscuit Barrel with Hinged Lid
Located in North Salem, NY
An antique Victorian round silver plate biscuit barrel is a charming and elegant piece that reflects the design sensibilities of the Victorian era. This exquisite container is crafte...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Rare Cast Silver Plated Old Mother Hubbard Table Bell Elkington C.1917
Located in London, GB
Rare Cast Silver Plated Old Mother Hubbard Table Bell Elkington dated Circa.1917
Her head is attached to the clanger and nods as the bell is rung each t...
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1910s English Victorian Vintage Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
French Silverplated Knife Rests by Argental-, c. 1930's - Set of 11
By Argental
Located in Ross, CA
Set of eleven art deco style knife rests made by Argental in France in the 1930's.
Argental can be compared with the better top brands such as like example Christofle
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
A Fine Georgian Old Sheffield Plate Three-Part Entree Dish, England Circa 1825
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very good 'Old Sheffield Plate' 3-part entree dish, comprised of a rectangular hot water reservoir retaining its original wood insulated carrying handles, receiving a conforming in...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper, Tin
Art Nouveau Wine Bottle Holder by WMF
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful wine or spirits bottle presentation holder of fine plate silver, featuring an Art Nouveau design. by the celebrated German metal-smiths, WMF.
Marked: WMF (Württembergisc...
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Victorian Lemon Squeezer in Silver Plated Dated 1868
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning antique English lemon squeezer made from silver plate and fully marked on the underside for the well renowned silversmith, Henry Wilkinson & ...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Silver Plated Centerpiece in the Neoclassical Revival Style
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated centerpiece is signed and hallmarked by Phenix, amd presumed to originate from France and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Neoclassical Revival sty...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle France Silver-plate Wine Taster Tastevin Cup
By Christofle
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
New old stock in the box Christofle Bourguignon Tastevin. Has a patina to the silver-plate.
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1980s French Victorian Vintage Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Italian Champagne Bucket or Wine Cooler from the Collezione Italia Navigazione
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Italian champagne bucket or wine holder from the Collezione Italia Navigazione, a fleet of Italian luxury passenger ships that operated...
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Early 20th Century Italian Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate, Pewter
Large Antique Presentation Tray, Egyptian Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique presentation tray. An Egyptian, silver plated afternoon tea serving platter in Art Nouveau taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Substanti...
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Late 19th Century Egyptian Late Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Art Nouveau English Acanthus Leaf Silver Plate Candlesticks, circa 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A fabulous tall pair of antique Art Nouveau English silverplated candlesticks, circa 1900. These gorgeous candle holders are a nice large size and heavy, together weighing over 5 1/2...
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plated and Enameled Bat Matchsafe
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Silver plated and enameled bat matchsafe, realistically cast and chased, with enameled wings, unmaked.
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20th Century English High Victorian Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Bottle Coaster, English, Silver Plate, Decorative Drinks Rest, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique bottle coaster. An English, silver plated decorative drinks rest, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.
Delicate craftsmanship and superb engraved detail
P...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Victorian Sphinx Egyptian Revival Mappin & Webb Silver Plate Biscuit Barrel Box
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Elaborate figural Egyptian Revival Victorian biscuit jar made by Mappin & Webb during the 19th century. This highly stylized piece features a winged sphinx with an Egyptian head piece finial. The piece is heavily engraved and has 4 four plaques that can be personalized. The bottom edge interior and outer edge is beaded and it stands on four stylized claw feet. The bottom is stamped with an early Mappin & Webb hallmark along with W 16 and some etched handwritten numbers as well. A truly spectacular piece that would be a wonderful addition to your home.
From Mappin & Webb site:
Mappin & Webb is a true British treasure with over 240 years of tradition and historical significance in the world of silver and fine jewellery. Renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design, we have produced exquisite fine jewellery, elegant silverware, watches, glassware and the unique lifestyle accessories that have long been at the heart of affluent British society.
It’s a story that began in 1775, when Jonathan Mappin opened a workshop in Sheffield. His mission was to create the most beautifully crafted silverware for British society.
Over the immediate years that followed this would see the company expand internationally, receive Royal Warrants and commissions from Monarchs around the world, and become synonymous with excellence, craftsmanship and all things truly British.
The Early Years: A Family Partnership.
Within a year the first Mappin hallmark was recorded at the assay office and in 1780 Jonathan Mappin was given the Freedom of the Cutlers Company. The ‘Cutlers Company of Hallamshire’, to give it its full title, was incorporated in 1624 to provide jurisdiction over those making cutlery near Sheffield and to promote Sheffield as a place of expertise.
The Company and Sheffield’s cutlery...
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Late 19th Century English Egyptian Revival Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Magnificent English Silver Plated Putti Motif Large Wine Coaster, Elkington
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent English silver plated putti motif large wine coaster, attributed to Elkington. With pierced body with 9 frolicking draped babes with baskets of flowers, engine turned bot...
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Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Wallace baroque rectangular silverplated tray
Located in Birmingham, AL
Vintage Silverplated baroque rectangular serving Tray, Floral Flowers on Edge. Etched in the middle, very elegant.marked at the back Wallace, heavily plated. it will add class to any...
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Early 20th Century American Rococo Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
English Officers Equestrian Silverplate, Enamel & Hoof Inkwell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Officers Equestrian silver plate, enamel and hoof inkwell, an exquisite example with a portrait of the beloved horse, expertly mounted, possibly b...
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1890s English High Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Mappin and Webb Silver Plate Grape Shears and Stand
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Silver plated Mappin and Webb Princes's plate stand with grape scissor holder on a four footed grape holder base, circa 1890. Shears have a grape and vine design that are marked Mapp...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Sheffield Plate, Silver Plate
Antique English Novelty Triple Spirit Barrel, Reg. 1863
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent English Victorian triple spirit barrel affixed to a working cart which would be used to travel down the dining table.
Each of the barrels retains its bucket / pail m...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Round Silver Plate Tray by Cassetti, Italy, 1960s
By Cassetti
Located in London, GB
Hand hammered silver plate tray marked on the tray "Cassetti Fatto a mano", Italy.
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1960s Italian Adam Style Vintage Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Silver Plated Teapot with Foliate Engraving C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Silver Plated Teapot with Foliate Engraving and Monogram C1890
Measures - 5.25"H x 10.5"W x 4.5"D
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Late 19th Century Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Silver Plated Folding Shell Biscuit Box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Offered for sale is this Victorian antique silver plated folding shell biscuit box having an ornately decorated shell case with original ornate frame and carrying handle with decorat...
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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Rare Large, Long Silver Plated Cocktail Tray by Hukin & Heath c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A most unusually shaped tray, very long and slim, a truly elegant example. The silver plated tray is made by the top notch and highly collectable silversmith, Hukin & Heath, fully m...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
119-Piece Silver Plated Flatware for 12 Persons by SFAM Model Sans-Gêne Empire
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful set of silver plated tableware from the French brand SFAM (Société Française d'Alliage de Métaux). The cutlery is beautifully decorated in Empire style. SFAM ceased to exis...
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Early 20th Century French Empire Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Mid Century Era Christofle Silver Plated Serving Tray with Stylized Rope Border
By Christofle
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage serving tray was made by the renowned Christofle company of France in approximately 1965 in a period Mid Century style. The tray is composed of silver plate and has a s...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Willow by Heritage Silverplate Flatware Set Service 49 pcs New Modern
Located in Big Bend, WI
New, unused Silver Willow by Heritage China, modern design silverplated Flatware set, 49 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 8 3/4"
8 Forks, 7 3/4"...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
James Dixon & Son Sheffield Silver Plate Basket
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a James Dixon & Son Sheffield Silver wide basket. The basket is shaped as a large open flower whose petals border forms ruffles. I...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
A Pair of French Christofle "Trianon" Silver Plate Candelabra
By Christofle
Located in Atlanta, GA
Christofle (French, founded 1830), L 20th century.
Each silver plate candelabrum with a convertible candlestick column with knopped stem on a swirled rocaille base issuing five radi...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Magnificent and Rare Early Silver Plated Drum Biscuit Box on Stand, 1844
Located in Bath, GB
I would imagine this was a regimental presentation gift having had this top quality stand custom made in heavy cast silver plate by the finest of silversmith's Elkington and Co. The ...
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1840s English Early Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Bottle Cooler, English, Silver Plate, Champagne Magnum Bucket, C.1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique bottle cooler. An English, silver plated champagne magnum bucket, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Striking pierced design accentuates this charming...
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Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
19th Century French Silver Hotel Dome Serving Piece Food Warmer Dish Cover
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This elegant French hotel dome is lavishly adorned with a band of scrolling grape vines and hanging bunches of grapes. Its top handle is a pomegranate resti...
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Early 20th Century French Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Beautiful silver plated Food Cover Dome by Elkington & Co from 1904
Located in Knivsta, SE
Beautiful silver plated Food Cover Dome by Elkington & Co (Birmingham, England) from 1904. Simple and elegant design with removable handle.
Wear consi...
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Early 1900s English Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Round Reed & Barton Silverplate Candy Dish or Catchall
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A petite round silverplate candy dish by Reed & Barton. This pretty dish will be great on a coffee table or credenza for your favorite candies or even used as a catchall or trinket d...
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20th Century American American Classical Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Vintage Mirrored Cake Display, English, Silver Plate, Shop, Wedding, Stand, 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage mirrored cake display. An English, silver plated, shop retail or wedding presentation stand, dating to the early 20th century, circa 193...
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Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Latham & Morton Silver Plate Egg Warmer Globe Orb Shape Victorian
By Thomas Latham and Ernest Morton
Located in Topeka, KS
Unique Victorian silver plate egg warmer in a globe or orb shape by Thomas Latham and Ernest Morton for Latham & Morton of Birmingham. It has all the approp...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Candlesticks Empire Pattern by WMF Art Nouveau Silverplated
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Beautiful pair of antique candlesticks by WMF are stunning examples of silverplated pewter craftsmanship, made during the Art Nouveau period around 1900. They are part of the "Empire...
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1890s German Empire Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Pewter
Antique Barker-Ellis Ornate Oval Silver Plated Serving Tray with Oak Leaves
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique oval footed silver plated serving tray was made by the renowned Barker-Ellis Silver Co. of England in approximately 1920 in a Victorian style. The raised surround of the...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Very Large English Sheffield Footed Silver Plate High border Serving Tray
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Experience the grandeur of a bygone era with this exquisite Very Large English Sheffield Footed Silver Plate High Border Serving Tray, featuring a captivating Faux Tortoise Shell Inl...
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Mid-20th Century English Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Exquisite Aesthetic Movement Silverplated Tea Service by Simpson, Hall & Miller
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Exquisite Aesthetic Movement Silverplated Tea Service by Simpson, Hall & Miller Co. circa 1870-1890, large scale set consisting of a hot water ...
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle Demitasse Spoons in Vendome Pattern in Box- Set of 12
By Christofle
Located in Ross, CA
Set of twelve vintage silver plated demitasse spoons in the Vendome pattern, made in France by Christofle. Each spoon has a shell on the end of each spoon, top and bottom.
The stamp...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
A Very Fine 19th Century Silver Plated Lidded Soup Tureen by Elkington & Company
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very fine & impressively large silver plated soup tureen by Elkington & Company of London with a capacity to hold 4 quarts.
The substantial oval body having open handles, richly decorated with embossed & engraved foliate motifs & centered by blank foliate cartouches, the conforming lid bearing engraved heraldic crests.
Raised overall upon a stepped oval foot, with the underside bearing impressed factory marks for Elkington & Co., together with date letter for 1884.
In extremely good overall condition, and priced competitively in comparison to similar examples in the marketplace.
ELKINGTON & COMPANY: George Richards Elkington & Henry Elkington were the first to discover and patent the silver plating process in the 1830's. They were subsequently awarded Royal warrants to several members of the British Royal Family including Queen Victoria, King Edward VII, King George V, Queen Mary & King George VI.
Elkington & Company were chosen as the suppliers of flatware on board the British Royal Yacht Britannia...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique English Sheffield Georgian Regency Silver Plate & Mahogany Wine Coaster
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Sheffield Georgian Regency silver plate and mahogany wine coaster. Item features pierce decorated sides, mahogany interior, marke...
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Mid-20th Century English Georgian Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver-Plate Wine & Condiment Bottle Table Coasters, Set of Three
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of three silver-plated bottle holders or coasters, circa 1920-1930.
The set is graduated in size for holding either wine or condiment bottles, such as English mustard, steak ...
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Early 20th Century American International Style Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Large Antique English Footed Silver Plated Serving Tray with Floral Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large footed silver plated serving tray is marked by an unknown maker, and originates from England and dates to approximately 1920 and done in a Victorian style. This large oval...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Atkin Brothers Sheffield England Stag Horn Handle & Silver Plate Table Crumber
By Henry Atkin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Henry Atkin & Co. a natural Stag Horn handled table crumber, Sheffield, England, circa 1900.
The extra-plated silver crumber shows a beaded edge,...
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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Silver Plated Scalloped Serving Platter Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Silver Plated Scalloped Edge Serving Platter Tray. Circa mid to late 20th Century. Measurements: 1.5" H x 25.5" W x 16.5" D
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plate Plateau with Sphinx Legs and
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Round Silver Plate Plateau. The 19th century piece is perfect for the vanity, dressing table or bathroom.
With a modern design a compliment to any space as the lines an...
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19th Century Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Boxed Fruit Set Spoons, Nutcrackers, Grape Scissors Hukin & Heath 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Victorian burr walnut boxed twelve piece silver plated dessert service with maker marks for Hukin & Heath, circa 1880 in da...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Sheffield Silver Plate Centrepiece Glass Epergne Stand
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Exquisite English Sheffield silver plate epergne or centrepiece
Great piece for any table decoration, imagine how this would elevate any dinner party or gathering?
The central bowl a...
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1980s Vintage Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Barker Bros. Silver Plated Covered Entree Server with Floral Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated covered server was made by the well known Barker Brothers of England in approximately 1880 and done in a period Victorian style. This entree server...
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Late 19th Century Canadian Victorian Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
WMF Art Nouveau German Silver-Plated Metal Sugar Bowl.
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our objects.
Exceptional and very distinctive German silver-plated metal sugar bowl...
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Pair Silver Plated Entree Dishes Elkington, Dated 1888 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite and rare antique pair of English silver plated Entree dishes by the renowned silversmith Elkington & Co, and dated 1888.
The dishes feature a rectangular sha...
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1880s English Antique Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Gio Ponti for Cleto Munari Modernist Silver Plated Serving Plate Italy, 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century silver plated serving plate or vide poche designed and signed by Gio Ponti for Cleto Munari, in Italy during the 1980s.
The flat and efficient design on two round decentered levels, make this piece simply irresistible and iconic for midcentury lovers. In amazing conditions with no scratches on the top.
This piece will smarten a midcentury living room or a minimal bar.
Dimensions (cms):
Diameter - 32
Giovanni “Gio” Ponti, (Milan, November 18, 1891 - Milan, September 16, 1979), is one of the Italian masters of architecture. He was also a designer and essayist and one of the most important of the twentieth century.
Other than the great architectural works which carry his unmistakable signature, he created a vast amount of work in the furniture sector. This is demonstrated in his three Milanese houses which were fully furnished in the "Ponti" style. The houses in via Randaccio, 1925, Casa Laporte in via Brin, 1926 and the last in via Dezza, in 1957 is an "expression" of his home design ideas. Gio Ponti was an Italian promoter of industrial design and introduced the idea of interior furnishing ranges produced as being a "sophisticated," economic, "democratic" and modern.
Molteni&C managed a reissuing project of furniture and furnishings designed by Gio Ponti for products for these private homes and limited editions. After a long journey of research, selection and study of prototypes, the collection was exhibited at the Salone del Mobile 2012. This was thanks to the cooperation and the exclusively signed agreement of the Ponti heirs and the artistic director of Cerri & Associati Studio.
Gio Ponti graduated in Architecture at the Polytechnic of Milan at the end of World War I, after he fought on the front line earning military decorations. In 1921 he married Giulia Vimercati, with whom he had four children: Lisa, Giovanna, Letizia and Giulio. In 1927 he opened a studio in Milan with the architect Emilio Lancia. From the beginning of the 1920’s until 1938 he worked with Richard-Ginori Manufactory and renewed its production. In 1928 he founded the Domus magazine with Gianni Mazzocchi. In 1933 he became the artistic director of Fontana Arte which was another success after the one he obtained with Richard-Ginori.
In the 1930’s he participated in the Triennale exhibitions and later he successfully managed a few of them. From 1936 to 1961 he was a professor at the Milan Polytechnic, and in 1933 was associated with Antonio Fornaroli and Eugenio Soncini, until 1945. From this partnership major projects were born, including the Montecatini Palace in Milan from 1936 to 1938, in which Ponti created the "integral design" of the building and the interiors. Other works of the period were civil architecture, including the Littoria Tower in Milan in 1933, school buildings such as the School of Mathematics at the University City Rome in 1934 and the Humanities Faculty and the Rectorate of the University of Padua in 1937. There were also residential projects such as Casa Marmont in 1934 and Milan "Domus" from 1931 to 1936.
The richness of the artistic production of Cleto Munari, arises out of the discovery that every boundary is undefined, and the consequent need to create a “collection about syllables” or rather a “collection of figures” which, because of their incompleteness, luminously suggest the irrepressible quest of man’s intelligence to transfigure the world, according to his own vision. It is this a perfect complicity between the whisper of the “heart...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Metal
Christofle, Gallia, Silver Plated Leaf Vide-Poche, French, Circa 1930
By Gallia
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This leaf vide-poche is made of silver plated. This is a work by famous French designer Gallia for Christofle, circa 1930.
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1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Silver Plate Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
