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Stunning sterling silver Theodore Starr tea tray. This tray weighs 145.75 ozt., and measures 30 x 19 1/2 x 2 . It features a beautiful scrolling border with an elegant monogram in th...

The Regent pattern is known for its elegant and classic design, often featuring intricate detailing that reflects the refinement and sophistication characteristic of Gorham’s craftsm...

Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen Pyramid. Rare Art Deco miniature brush in sterling silver. Marked with 1915-1930 mark. In excellent condition. Dimensions: L 6.7 cm.

Direct from Paris: A stunning 182-piece antique sterling silver flatware set by two of France’s premier silversmiths “Puiforcat”, currently owned b...

Antique Sterling Silver Condiment Set in Original Fitted Case, London Hallmarked An exceptional antique sterling silver condiment set, beautifully presented in its original fitted ca...

We are proud to offer this sterling silver Art Nouveau ring tray by Gorham Silversmiths of Providence, Rhode Island. It has a scalloped rim with aesthetic work around the edge. The...

800 Silver Crumb collector and brush, Made in Italy, 1980s The shovel measures 20 cm x 17 cm x 4 cm and weighs 216.00 grams. The brush measures 12 cm x 8.5 cm x 4 cm and weighs 84.00...

A distinguished antique silver-plated covered chafing dish of elegant oval form, raised on an ornate warming stand and crafted in the refined Regency Revival taste. The domed cover is adorned with a decorative beaded finial and scrolling foliate details, while the gadrooned borders and gracefully curved handles lend exceptional sophistication to the piece. Designed for formal entertaining, this handsome serving vessel reflects the grandeur of nineteenth-century European dining traditions. The elevated stand, supported by elegantly cast cabriole legs...

Pumpkin box designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co. Beautiful vintage rounded trinket box with a lid, designed in the shape of a pumpkin by Elsa Peretti at the Ti...

A large & fine antique sterling silver sugar, shaker or muffineer, by Elkington & Co, London, 1912. This very elegant antique cylindrical silver sugar sifter is by one of England's m...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver table lighter modelled in the form of a hunting horn; an addition to our Victorian silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian silver lighter, in sterling standard, has been realistically modelled in the form of a fox hunting horn. The swept cylindrical body of this novelty silver straight trumpet is embellished with the original gilding to the lower portion representing the copper bell. The bell is ornamented with the contemporary engraved inscription 'P. Saltmarshe, Esq, 1889, from Major General Ravenhill'. The rim of the antique lighter bell is encompassed with bands of tooled decoration. The upper portion of this antique lighter is encircled with further bands of tooled decoration and retains the original screw fit mouthpiece; once removed this allows access to the wick. Such solid silver examples bearing the traditional hunting horn copper effect are rare. This Victorian hunting horn table lighter...

Monumental King Edward by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 58 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 8 7/8" 12 forks, 7" 12 salad forks, 6 1/8" 12 teaspoons, 6" 1 gravy ladle, 6...

Finely crafted with the graceful elegance associated with 18th Century France, this stately pattern was first introduced in 1895. The intricate design is embellished with a cascade o...

4-piece tea and coffee service plus tray, 800 silver, Italy, 1980s. Worked entirely by hand, it weighs 4170.00 grams. It is a very important silver set. Purchased in the 1980s at ...

A gilt-silver chalice with fine repoussé foliate decoration and three painted enamel miniatures. Two of the miniatures show scenes of Jesus' life, while the third depicts a saint hol...

A fine pair of English silver figural sugar tongs. By S&S (possibly Stevens & Sons) of Birmingham, England in 1940. In the form of a wishbone (also known as the furcula). Hallmark...

Large Spanish Colonial Revival Peruvian Sterling Silver Plateau or Wall Mirror This impressive Spanish- and Peruvian-Revival sterling-plateau ...

A handsome and large string box made from solid English sterling silver fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1900; late Victorian / early Edwardian in era. The box also has the initials ...

Lovely little sterling silver snuffbox, fully hallmarked with gold plated interior. Lovely chasing on lid and sides, classic high Victorian repousse w...

Georg Jensen 87 piece sterling silver Pyramid flatware set. Each piece monogrammed: SSB 12 Soup Spoons 15 Tea Spoons 12 Butter Knives 12 Dinner Knives 11 Salad Forks 12 Dinner Fork...

Antique Tiffany & Co. museum quality repousse sterling silver heart shaped chamberstick. 19th Century Rare heart shaped motif, ornately decorated in repousse, a technique produce...

Cutlery Flatware set "Elysee" made in 950/1000th solid sterling silver and vermeil by Puiforcat. Cutlery/Flatware set including 165 pieces: - 24 table forks - silver - 24 table kniv...

A striking set of 12 Sterling Silver Champagne Flutes with an elegant, understated design. The Silver Flutes are beautifully proportioned with tall, gently tapering bowls rising from...

Mid-Century Modern period, sterling silver and glass hors d'oeuvres/caviar platter, the Watson Company, Attleboro, Mass., circa 1950s. Glass dip/caviar holder...

Wonderful quality antique Victorian silver sterling seven bottle cruet set by Elkington & Co, having a quality antique Victorian silver sterling circular shaped stand with a pierced ...

English sterling silver fruit basket by James Deakin & Sons, 1928 A rectangular English silver fruit basket raised on a base. A Sheffiel...

Beautifully executed along with it's original solid wooden plinth. Both the sterling silver label and the car have matching hallmarked for 925 silver and the Italian maker mark numbe...

19th Century Italian sterling silver decorative vase with two side handles and exterior design details. The vase features a finely chase body with applied foliate motifs and semi pre...

Scarce Louis XV by Birks (Canada) sterling silver Flatware set, 60 pieces. This set includes: 8 Knives, 8 5/8" 8 Forks, 7" 8 Pastry Forks w/bar, 6" 8 Small Teaspoons, 5 1/2" 8 Hollo...

Fine 18th Century George III period engraved repousse sterling silver goblet by Francis Crump, London, 1770. The use of sterling silver drinking vessels is associated with good health as silver is prized for removing impurities from libations. Lovely historic object...

A set of four extremely scarce and unusual sterling silver lemon slice squeezers, Birmingham, England, date marked 1909. These pieces would have been used in a very sophisticated c...

Rectangular shaped photo frame in gold-plated 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamel on guilloché with borders in the French Empire Louis XVI style. External dimensio...

Beautiful Old mark FRANCIS I BY REED & BARTON Sterling Silver flatware set - 87 pieces. This set includes: 8 KNIVES, FRENCH BLADES, 9 1/4" 8 FORKS (HEAVY), 7 1/4" 8 SALAD FORKS, 6 ...

Rectangular table photo frame in 925/1000 sterling Silver gold plated with translucent two-tone striped enamels fired on guilloche and hand-engraved ornaments. Late Empire Napoleon ...

A Rare case set of 24 silver plated antique valuable luxury handle sterling silver dining cutlery spoons, forks, knives and coffee spoons ... a set of...

A Pair of Tiffany & Co, Sterling Silver Mellon Form serving Bowls. This sharp Midcentury creation of iconic maker, Tiffany and Company, The pair sit on Ball feet with foliage form h...

Hallmarked in Newcastle in 1756, this attractive, George II, Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, has been later chased during the victoria...

Direct from France: Direct from a private chateau near Paris, a stunning 184pc. gold plated sterling silver (vermeil) flatware set by internationally known French silversmiths "Societe Parisienne d'Orfevrerie" complete with original 6-drawer storage cabinet and 16 magnificent serving pieces, superb condition - circa 1911 and no monograms. The annals of 19th century French silverware bear witness to numerous illustrious workshops, yet few achieved the remarkable synthesis of technical mastery, artistic innovation, and aristocratic prestige as the Société Parisienne d'Orfèvrerie. Founded by Odiot during the flourishing years of the Second Empire, this distinguished Parisian firm carved its legacy through exceptional creations in gold-plated 950 sterling silver, known as vermeil, particularly in the realm of flatware. While maintaining its distinct identity, the firm's close association with the legendary Odiot dynasty - through shared master craftsmen, parallel design philosophies, and overlapping aristocratic patronage - positioned it among the foremost creators of luxury tableware in nineteenth-century Europe. The Early Years: The emergence of Société Parisienne d'Orfèvrerie coincided with a period of remarkable innovation in French decorative arts during the mid-nineteenth century. Though lacking the multi-generational heritage of the Odiot dynasty, which traced its origins to 1690, SPO rapidly ascended to prominence by adopting and adapting the exacting standards that had made Odiot synonymous with excellence in European silverware. This connection manifested most significantly through the migration of skilled artisans between workshops, as numerous master silversmiths who had trained in Odiot's ateliers brought their expertise to SPO's benches. These craftsmen carried with them not only technical knowledge but also the aesthetic sensibilities that defined French high silverwork during this golden age. What set Société Parisienne d'Orfèvrerie apart was its particular specialization in vermeil, the art of gold-plating sterling silver. While Odiot certainly produced vermeil pieces among its vast output, SPO made this technique a defining characteristic of its production, particularly in flatware. The process demanded extraordinary precision, involving the plating of 950 sterling silver - an alloy of exceptional purity containing 95% fine silver - with a substantial layer of 24-karat gold. This marriage of precious metals created tableware that combined the structural integrity and luminous quality of silver with the sumptuous warmth of gold, resulting in pieces that glowed with rich, deep radiance. The technical challenges of this process were considerable, requiring perfect preparation of the silver surface and meticulous control of the gilding bath to ensure even, durable coverage that would withstand generations of use. Master Craftsman in Vermeil: The foundation of SPO's flatware excellence lay in its uncompromising approach to materials and technique. In an era when many manufacturers had begun adopting the 925-sterling standard for economic reasons, SPO remained steadfast in its use of 950 silver, a purer alloy that offered superior workability and a distinctive luminous quality. This higher silver content not only enhanced the metal's natural brilliance but also provided greater resistance to the stresses of daily use, ensuring that pieces maintained their structural integrity over decades of service. The gold plating process itself represented a triumph of French electrochemical innovation, with SPO's craftsmen perfecting a technique that deposited a substantially thicker and more durable layer of gold than conventional gilding methods. Each component in an SPO flatware service represented countless hours of skilled labor, beginning with the careful forging of blanks that would be transformed through a series of specialized processes. Master chasers employed repoussé techniques to create intricate decorative motifs on handles, working from the reverse side to produce low-relief designs of floral arrangements, mythological scenes, or geometric patterns. Engravers then refined these elements, adding delicate details that brought the designs to life with astonishing realism. The functional elements of each piece received equal attention, with blades and bowls carefully balanced for optimal weight distribution and ergonomic comfort. A single place setting might require weeks of work from multiple specialists, each contributing their expertise to create a harmonious whole. The most elaborate commissions incorporated personalized elements that transformed functional tableware into bespoke works of art. Aristocratic clients frequently requested custom monograms or family crests, often executed in exquisite detail with additional embellishments of enamel or precious stones. These personalized touches not only demonstrated the owner's status but also served as a testament to SPO's ability to accommodate the most discerning tastes. The firm's workshops maintained extensive pattern books containing hundreds of design variations, allowing for nearly infinite customization while maintaining the cohesive aesthetic that defined SPO's output. A Favorite of European Royalty: Like its esteemed counterpart Odiot, Société Parisienne d'Orfèvrerie enjoyed considerable favor among European royalty and aristocracy, particularly during the reign of Napoleon III. The Second Empire court's appetite for lavish tableware created ideal conditions for SPO's ascent, with the firm's vermeil flatware becoming a particular favorite for state banquets and diplomatic gifts. The inherent qualities of vermeil - its resistance to tarnishing in humid conditions and its opulent visual appeal - made it especially desirable among the international elite who frequented Paris during this period of unprecedented luxury. Among SPO's most illustrious commissions was a comprehensive twelve-place vermeil service created for Empress Eugénie, wife of Napoleon III. This magnificent ensemble exemplified the rococo revival style favored by the imperial court, with each piece featuring elaborate rocaille scrollwork intertwined with naturalistic vine motifs. The service's attention to detail extended to its specialized pieces, including fish servers with delicately pierced blades and sauce ladles with perfectly balanced handles. Another significant patron, Tsar Alexander II of Russia, commissioned a vermeil flatware service featuring Cyrillic monograms and subtle references to traditional Russian decorative arts, demonstrating SPO's ability to adapt its designs to diverse cultural preferences. The firm's clientele extended beyond imperial courts to include the rising financial and industrial elites of the period. American magnates touring Europe, British aristocrats refreshing their country estates, and the newly wealthy bourgeoisie of Paris all sought SPO's creations as tangible symbols of their refined taste and social standing. This broad appeal stemmed from SPO's unique position at the intersection of traditional craftsmanship and innovative production techniques, allowing it to meet the exacting standards of old-world aristocracy while satisfying the practical demands of modern entertaining. Awards and Accolades: The excellence of Société Parisienne d'Orfèvrerie's creations received formal recognition at the great international exhibitions that served as showcases for industrial and artistic achievement throughout the nineteenth century. The 1855 Paris Exposition Universelle marked a watershed moment for the firm, where its exhibition of vermeil flatware earned a gold medal and lavish praise from the international jury. Contemporary accounts particularly noted the flawless execution of the gilding and the ergonomic perfection of each piece, with one critic remarking that the flatware seemed to "anticipate the hand's movements before being lifted." Subsequent appearances at the 1862 London International Exhibition and the 1867 Paris World's Fair further cemented SPO's reputation as a leader in luxury flatware...

Beautiful quality and impressive, hand repousse and chased sterling silver two handled wine cooler with grapevine design motif. Perfect to chill multiple bottles of wine. Marked on t...

Eloquence by Lunt sterling silver dinner size flatware set - 74 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives, 9 3/4" 12 dinner size forks, 7 3/4...

Rectangular table frame with concave corners for oval photo cm. 5.5 x 8.5 in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamels on guilloche, with French Empire Napo...

Charming 20th Century International Sterling Baby or Christening Cup, Engraved “DWE” This lovely sterling silver baby or christening cup by International Silver Co. has a timeless s...

Being offered is a sterling silver bowl made by Wallace Silversmiths. It has a gadroon design around the rim with six floral icons evenly spaced out along the inner edge. A great s...

Unlike any piece that we have ever offered before, this monumental & heavy quality sterling silver aquarium is formed with an oval base mounted with two silver half-shells mounted with fish sea-foliage and crustaceans and fish, the central column and tank surround formed as a massive coral and foliate reef similarly adorned with part-gilded silver fish, crabs, lobsters, sea-snails, seahorses, octopus etc. With removable cuboid glass tank & two specimen-hard-stone and silver aquatic sculptures...

Scotch Bonnet fully silvered 4". Creel and Gow has been working with the same atelier in Rome, Italy for over 20 years to make our signature silvered she...

A fine vintage key holder. Like new Never used By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. One of the ball shaped terminals is threaded and can be removed to add/remove keys from the ring....

CHANTILLY BY GORHAM sterling silver Flatware set - 48 Pieces. This set includes: 12 KNIVES, MODERN BLADE, 8 7/8" 12 FORKS, 7" 12 SALAD FORKS, 6 1/2" 12 TEASPOONS, 5 3/4" Includes bo...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver presentation bowl; an addition to our ornamental antique sil...

Small Danish Silver Johannes Siggaard sugar /tea caddy spoon, 1947 A Silver spoon with floral final, marked with the Danish silver hallmarks of Joh...

A fine antique Georgian sterling silver twin handled soup tureen and cover by the Royal Gold and Silversmith Benjamin Laver, London, 1783. This very elegant George III tureen was ma...

Guilloché Enamel Frame by Renato Salimbeni Oval shaped external photo frame in gold-plated 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamels on guilloché and floral miniatures...

An exceptional and highly collectible domino set designed by William Spratling, one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Mexican silver design. Crafted in Taxco, Guerrero,...

Named for King Richard I of England. Described as truly a royal pattern with regal dignity drawn from the romantic background of the pomp and pageantry of Richard the Lion-hearted an...

A Georg Jensen sterling silver service for twelve in the Cypress pattern, design no. 99, drawn by the Norwegian designer Tias Eckhoff for the silversmithy's fiftieth anniversary in 1...

Antique mid 19th century R. Wallace & Sons Baroque Waverly carving roasting knife, fork and sharpener set. The Waverly pattern was introduced circa 1890. Known as R. Wallace & Sons (1835–1856), Wallace Brothers...

Elegant Cartier sterling silver cordial service comprising eight matching stemmed cordial cups and a round serving tray. Each cup is formed with a tapered body, flared rim, and raised circular foot, creating a clean and timeless silhouette. The tray features a shallow round form with a subtle molded rim, completing the set with understated sophistication. Executed in classic mid-century style, this service reflects Cartier’s reputation for refined luxury and exceptional craftsmanship. The simple, balanced design allows the quality of the sterling silver and elegant proportions to speak for themselves. Ideal for serving cordials, aperitifs, or after-dinner liqueurs, the set also displays beautifully as a bar or entertaining accessory. Comparable Cartier sterling cordial...

Georg Jensen Acorn Pattern Sterling Silver Flatware, 10-12 Service, 94 Pieces (set not complete). Made by Georg Jensen in Copenhagen. Designed by Johan Rohde. Dinner knives, Cake Kn...

A Pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks in the arts and crafts style, hallmarked in the city of Sheffield in 1905/06 by James Dixon...

A truly superb large pair of vintage Neoclassical sterling silver photo frames, by the renowned silversmith, Arthur Price and Co, London, dated 1994. The beautiful rectangular-shape...

Hand finished and hallmarked, this extra large version of Buccellati's iconic leaf bowls features an intricate etched veining design. Fully marked on underside.