Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
NEOCLASSICAL STYLE
Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.
Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.
The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.
Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.
Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.
As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.
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Style: Neoclassical
Period: 20th Century
Pair of Antique Neoclassical Style English Silver Plate Candlesticks c. 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A beautiful pair of antique English silverplated candlesticks, circa 1900. Hallmarked on base. These gorgeous candle holders are well made and heavy with a beautiful Neoclassical des...
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Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
18 AlpaDur Silverplated Figural Bacchus with Pierced Grape Leaf Design Goblets
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18 AlpaDur Silverplated Figural Bacchus with Pierced Grape Leaf Design Goblets
By AlpaDur, Spain
Indulge in the luxurious allure of this remarkable set, 18 ( Eighteen) AlpaDur Silv...
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
English Neoclassical Silverplated & Faux Tortoise Gallery Tray 2nd Available
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Diminutive Neoclassical Silverplated & Faux Tortoise Gallery Tray, 2nd Available
England, Late 20th Century
A English Diminutive Neoclassical Silverplated & Faux Tortoise G...
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Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plated Trophy Dish Tazza with Gladiatorial and Horse Racing Scenes
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Silver Plated Trophy Dish Tazza with Gladiatorial and Horse Racing Scene
Minor flaking with dark tarnishing in areas.
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20th Century British Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of English Sheffield Silver Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English-made Sheffield candlesticks, elegantly designed in a column shae with Corinthian capital tops and adorned with beaded bobeches for a sophisticated touch.
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Silver Plate Horse Race Engraved Decorative Bowls, Set 4
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful collection of American Classical equine horse race trophy silver plate bowls. This beautiful set of 3 is from a variety of races from the...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Neoclassical Gilt Campana Form Wine Cooler / Ice Bucket
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Gilt metal ice bucket in Roman campana vase form with square base, gadrooning at the waist and rim with egg-and-dart motif. In excellent condition. Apparently unsigned.
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal
Gorham Dinner Forks in Shelbourne Pattern; Set/13
By Gorham
Located in Malibu, CA
Silver plate salad forks by Gorham in the Shelburne pattern in excellent antique condition. The pattern is from 1914 and marked EP pat. 1914.
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Very Fine and Rare Silverplated Caviar Serving Dish
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine and rare silverplated caviar serving dish in the neoclassical style. The interior compartment is gold plated. England, circa 1900.
Dim...
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Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Bronze
Robert Venturi Swid Powell Postmodern Serving Spoons Neoclassical Column, Set
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, chic, substantial, and iconic set of designer Postmodern sterling silver-plate serving, salad or platter spoons with Neoclassical pillar column handle design, designed by architect Robert Venturi for Swid Powell, circa 1990s. Each measure: 14.25" long. Pieces were manufactured by Reed & Barton for Swid Powell. All piece's bare designer and makers' mark's on back of spoon(s) as shown in close-up images #9 and 10. A great set for summer, holiday, home entertaining...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Puiforcat "Cardinal" Six 6 Piece Place Settings Silver-plate (36 pieces total)
By Puiforcat
Located in Sharon, CT
Offering six 6 piece place settings of Puiforcat Silver-plate "Cardinal". Consisting of six of each: Salad fork 7 1/8", table fork 7 13/16', table knife 10", dinner spoon 7 13/16",
D...
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1980s French Vintage Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Gorham Teaspoons in Shelburne Pattern; Set/10
By Gorham
Located in Malibu, CA
Silver plate salad forks by Gorham in the Shelburne pattern in excellent antique condition. The pattern is from 1914 and marked EP pat. 1914.
...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Gorham Salad Fork Set/12
By Gorham
Located in Malibu, CA
Silver plate salad forks by Gorham in the Shelburne pattern in excellent antique condition. The pattern is from 1914 and marked EP pat. 1914.
Category
Early 20th Century North American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Silverplate Ladle / Shell & Monogram B
Located in Malibu, CA
Antique American soup ladle monogram "B".
1847 Rogers Bros large silverplate soup ladle.
Monogram B. lovely shell motif, with aged smooth surface.
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Tray Gorham in Silver Plate
By Gorham
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Elegant and simple : the style by Gorham! one of the most famous American silversmiths.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Mappin & Webb Princess Sheffield Silver Plate Basket with Handle
Located in Miami, FL
Mappin & Webb Princess Sheffield Silver Plate Basket with Handle
Offered for sale is an English Sheffield silver-plated reticulated b...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Sheffield Plate, Silver Plate
Mother of Pearl Handled Fish Slice and Fork
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a beautiful set of mother of pearl handled fish slice and fork. The stainless steel blade is engraved with a small floral design. Both the slice and...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
Pair of 20th Century Footed Danish Silver Plate Caster, 3 Pairs Available
Located in Sheffield, MA
Each of the neoclassical pair of 20th century Danish silver plated salt shakers stand on four acanthus-leafed feet. The surfaces are embellished with undulating ribbing. The bottoms ...
Category
20th Century Danish Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Mappin & Webb Cutlery Set for 12 People. England, Early 20th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Mappin & Webb silver plate cutlery set for 12 people, England, early 20th century.
Complete for 12 people.
A total of 130 pieces:
12 large knifes,...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair Hotel Silver Rams' Head Salts
Located in New York, NY
Pair hotel silver rams' head salts. Pair neoclassical style tripod form silver plate salts with rams' heads terminating in hoof feet with stretcher to central ball finial all beneat...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of W.M.F. silver plate jardinière with glass. Germany, circa 1900.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of W.M.F. silver plate jardinière with glass. Germany, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Marvelous Christofle Tea and Coffee Set with Ebony Handles
By Christofle
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of five silver plated service, consisting of mocha and teapot with ebony handles, cream jug, sugar tray and tray, on the underside punctured company name, silver plated metal out...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate, Silver
Faux Bois Cast Aluminum Silver Apple Design Condiment Platter by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful cast aluminum condiment platter by Arthur Court. Three small scooped compartments cast together and held by a faux bois handle. Decorated with apples and vines. A great p...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Aluminum
Decorative Silver Plated Magnify Glass and Letter Opener
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine silver plated desk set consists of a magnify glass and letter opener. These sets were sold at Tiffany's in the 1960s and a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of French Silver Plated Neoclassical Knife Rests
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of French silver plated neoclassical knife rests, each one holds up to 12 full or dessert size knives. Unmarked.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Coffee Set Tea Set Neoclassical Style Swedish 20th Century Plate Stamped, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
A coffee set made during the early 1900s (1902-1903) in Sweden. Stamped CG Hallberg.
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Silver Plate & Cobalt Blue Glass Oil & Vinegar Cruets by Israel Freeman
By Israel Freeman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine matched pair of oil and vinegar cruets in by Israel Freeman.
Consisting of silver plate (on copper) bases and cobalt blue glass bottles...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
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Rectangular Silverplated Tray
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This modern and timeless tray is perfect to serve coffee or tea. It is very elegant to show a crystal glasses collection or the barware pieces.
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Pair of Antique English Elkington Neoclassical Silver Plate Candlesticks c. 1899
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Mid-Century Modern Silver Plate Stylized Grape Leaf Decorative Dish
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Antique Silverplate Samovar / Drink Cask
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Christofle Art Deco period silver - plated large tazza
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Christofle Art Deco period silver - plated large tazza.
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Silver Plate
English Silver Oval Gallery Serving or Drinks Tray
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome English oval gallery serving or drinks tray (or platter) of fine plate silver - featuring a pierced serpentine gallery with a distinctive design around the circumference.
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Very Fine & Decorative Silver Plate Covered Sauce Dish
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine and decorative silver plate covered sauce dish.
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Large Antique Engraved Sheffield England Silver Plated Gallery Serving Tray
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large serpentine shaped silver plated serving tray was made in Sheffield England in roughly 1910 in the period Edwardian style. This plated tray has a deep gallery with cutout h...
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Traditional English Eales 1779 Silverplate Oval Footed Engraved Serving Tray
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful oval silverplate serving tray by Eales 1779. This piece has lovely scalloped edges and scrollwork to the inside of the piece. It sits upon four scrolled feet which gives ...
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Located in Dayton, OH
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Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Located in Oklahoma City, OK
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H 1.5 in W 5 in D 6 in
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Located in New York, NY
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Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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Located in Lambertville, NJ
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Located in Pasadena, CA
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Neoclassical sheffield and silverplate for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical sheffield and silverplate for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sheffield and silverplate created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical sheffield and silverplate made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sheffield and silverplate, popular names associated with this style include Christofle, Mappin & Webb, Arthur Court, and Elkington & Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sheffield and silverplate differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $71 and tops out at $18,551 while the average work can sell for $695.
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