Victorian Silver Plated Shell Folding Biscuit Box J Dixon and Sons, 19th Century

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Victorian Silver Plated Shell Folding Biscuit Box J Dixon and Sons, 19th Century

About the Item

This is a highly decorative antique Victorian silver plated folding biscuit box, circa 1880 in date. This splendid biscuit box bears the makers' marks of the renowned silversmiths, James Dixon and Sons, the registration number 5207 and the signature of the retailer 'A. E. WEEKS KINGS RD. SOUTH SEA' It features a highly decorative shell-shaped body sitting in a cast frame with the original interior hand-pierced dividers. The opening mechanism is as intricate as the shell decoration, it opens out into two halves and is held shut by gorgeous clasps at the top. It features a distinctive chased carry handle displaying attractive floral and foliate decoration. It is supported by matching feet in the form of foliate motifs. This wonderful container is gilded in the inside to prevent corrosion and is ready to house anything from sweets to biscuits or trinkets. Whatever you choose to store in this lovely item you are sure to do it in style. Condition: In really excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 27 x width 24 x depth 11 - closed Height 27 x width 24 x depth 34 - open Dimensions in inches: Height 10.6 x width 9.4 x depth 4.3 - closed Height 10.6 x width 9.4 x depth 13.4 - open J Dixon & Sons - founded 1806 in Sheffield, was one of the major British manufacturers in the Industrial Revolution of the 19th century. They were the best-known manufacturer of Britannia metal, and also the world leader in manufacturing shooting accessories till the late Victorian era. They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality. They were one of the 4 great whistle makers, the others being W Dowler & Sons, J Stevens & Son & T Yates. Their shop was located first at Silver Street (1806), Cornish Place (1822) Sheffield . Their registered trade mark since 1879 was a Trumpet with a Banner hanging from it. Although registered in 1879, the "Trumpet with Banner" logo was used for many years before registration and appears on many of their silver plate pieces. Besides whistles, they were one of the foremost names in silver plate and sterling tableware including silver tea services and hollowware pieces. They also made silver ware serving pieces and had a wide catalogue of patterns. Their tea sets and hollowware pieces are very valuable as antiques. In 1915 the company sold its stock to an Italian Company and ceased manufacturing shooting accessories. The firm continued to be a family run enterprise until 1976. Since 1976 The company was purchased and was in an American ownership.

Creator:
James Dixon & Sons (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Width: 9.45 in (24 cm)Depth: 13.39 in (34 cm)
Style:
Victorian (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Silver Plate
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
1880-1889
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1880
Condition:
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: 099911stDibs: LU950617506411