German Sterling Silver

This impressive pair of wedding goblets, crafted in Germany in the late 19th century around 1880, exemplifies the refined artistry and symbolic richness associated with Jewish matrim...

A finely crafted 19th-century silver dish from Nuremberg, distinguished by its rich repoussé decoration and a vividly rendered biblical narrative at its center. The dish is formed with a lobed circular outline, its profile recalling the soft curvature of rose petals, a design that lends both elegance and rhythmic movement to the form. The inner walls of the dish are elaborately chased and worked in high repoussé, adorned with large, abundant fruits intertwined with scrolling foliate and floral motifs, evoking themes of prosperity, wisdom, and divine blessing. Each lobed section of the wall is carefully defined by a beaded border, which separates and articulates the petal-like segments with precision and refinement. These beaded divisions descend harmoniously toward the base, where they converge into a continuous circular beaded band, providing a visually cohesive and satisfying transition to the central medallion. At the heart of the dish is an intricately chased depiction of the Judgment of King Solomon, drawn from the Book of Kings. King Solomon is shown seated upon his throne, holding his scepter in one hand while extending his other hand in a commanding gesture toward one of his officers. The officer stands to the side, a sword raised in his right hand, while a crying infant hangs from his other arm, heightening the dramatic tension of the scene. Before the king stand the two women of the narrative: one woman, overcome with anguish, pleads desperately, her arms outstretched toward the child, imploring the officer to halt the terrible act; the second woman stands apart, her posture and gesture indicating cold acquiescence to the king’s command. At her side lies a motionless infant, underscoring the emotional and moral contrast between the two figures. Solomon’s decisive gesture and the reactions of the figures encapsulate the moment in which true motherhood is revealed through compassion. The scene is rendered with remarkable attention to detail: draped textiles hang in the background, architectural elements frame the court, and the stone-tiled floor beneath the figures is meticulously articulated, adding depth and realism to the composition. The high level of chasing and modeling demonstrates the exceptional skill of Nuremberg silver...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, large and rare antique cast German sterling silver goat sugar box/ table ornament; part of our continental ornamental silverware collection. Thi...

This exceptional Jewish wedding ring, likely crafted in Germany around 1800, is a striking and symbolic piece, richly imbued with tradition and meaning. Unlike conventional rings, th...

Circa 1890s, .800 fineness solid silver, Hanau, Germany. This charming cow creamer brings a playfully pastoral look to any table. Stylistically dating bac...

Emil Hermann This Mid-Century modernistic four-piece sterling silver tea set was made by Emil Hermann of Germany circa 1921-1950s. The pieces are modernistic with ball finials. The...

Two pairs of German 800 silver 2-light candelabra. Made by M. H. Wilkens & Söhne in Germany, ca 1890. Each: tapering pillar on raised foot with spread c-scroll supports. Garland-entwined figure mounted to pillar top...

An exquisite Hanukkah lamp, crafted in German silver circa 1950, showcases a beautifully intricate design inspired by the organic form of tree branches. Its gracefully curved arms ex...

Silver vessel in an oval basic shape standing on four feet, completely openwork, with depictions of intertwined ribbons and tendrils, filled with flower and leaf motifs, two raised openwork handles...

Antique grape scissors, Krusius Brothers, made of sterling silver with the motif of grapes, grape leaf, vine in three dimensions with fox heads. These shears are made in Germany and ...

Art Nouveau glass carafe with exquisite silver mount: Glass carafe made of conical clear glass on a round base, with a spout-shaped indentation below the upper rim; a matching smooth...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique German silver and glass jar; an addition to our diverse range of continental silverware. This exceptional antique German 800 standard silver box has a circular shaped form. The jar is fitted with a push fit silver cover realistically modelled in the form of a stemmed apple. The antique glass body of the jar has a subtly panelled form and is ornamented with cut glass decoration in a geometric design, in addition to a star cut motif to the underside. The upper rim of the jar is fitted with a hallmarked silver mount. The hallmarks struck to the surface of the antique silver mount include: National mark: Crescent moon and crown, Germany Silver quality/purity mark: 800 (800/1000) Maker's mark: WTB (untraced) Condition This antique German silver mounted jar is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The piece has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. The German hallmarks struck to the silver mount are all very clear. Dimensions Diameter 10.8 cm / 4.3" Height 15 cm / 5.9" Maker: Untraced Maker's Marks Date: Circa 1930 Origin: Germany, Europe Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique glass jar with silver lid...

With two large coupes on scroll legs. Surmounted by a winged victory holding a laurel wreath and a cornucopia.

An Early & Rare German Silver Amulet, made in the 18th Century This rare and evocative 18th-century silver amulet from Germany is a superb example of devotional craftsmanship, beari...

a nice set of 6 sterling silver spoons by Bulgari - Rosenthal in their original leather case. Each is marked Bulgari and Sterling with a hallmark. The spoons came from a collection o...

Silver pastry forks, teaspoons and a sugar scoop by Christoph Widmann, Germany Model "The original Rose of Hildesheim " which was created by Chris...

Elegant silver teapot with a hexagonal cross-section on a hexagonal offset stand, six-sided swan spout, round opening with pearl band decoration on the side, slightly domed press-in ...

Elegant, festive silver centerpiece with an oval body on four cantilevered feet with relief decoration, vertical wall with floral, openwork relief decoration in the form of four flat...

This exquisite German silver Havdalah spice container, crafted circa 1900, is a refined example of early 20th-century Judaica, blending delicate craftsmanship with elegant form. The ...

Fashioned in the form of an etrog (citron), this 19th-century German silver container was created for the storage and presentation of the etrog used during the Jewish festival of Suk...

Carrying import marks for 1937 by Israel Segalov, this very rare pair of Sterling Silver Owl Models, were originally made in Germany for the English market, by the great model making...

Early 20th century, German 0.800 continental silver trophy commemorating the price of the yacht squadron in motorboat races in 1912, in exquisite Art Deco style with stylized geometr...

Exquisite cut Art Nouveau glass carafe with silver mount: Clear glass carafe with a conical body, featuring an all-round cut decoration with eight upward-sweeping rays, curved tips a...

Circa 1890s, .800 fineness solid silver, Hanau, Germany. This charming cow creamer brings a playfully pastoral look to any table. Stylistically dating bac...

Pair of circa 1880 German Sterling Silver lidded urns, very heavy. An impressive pair of solid silver urns or vases that are decorated with detailed chased and applied elements including stylized leaves chased around the lower portion of the body. Each Vase has an applied wreath shaped cartouche on one side, one with the image of a woman and a man in period clothing...

An impressive late 19th century Hanau silver presentation ewer executed in the English George III revival style. Raised on a circular pedestal foot, the piece is richly decorated thr...

J. L. Schlingloff - Antique twin handled chased and reticulated silver basket - highest quality workmanship by a master Continental silversmi...

A fine antique German silver figural creamer. By Simon Rosenau of Bad Kissingen, Bavaria, Germany. In the form of a horned bull (or male cattle). With the tail as a figural handle for milk to pour out a spout at the mouth. A hatch for refills is on the back of the bull. Hallmarked to the stomach. Simply a wonderful figural antique silver creamer...

Antique 'Fiddle Head' pattern silver tea or dessert spoon - assayers 'zigzag' test mark & hallmark - Germany (likely) - late 18th century. Excellent antique condition - no loss - no...

Medieval (15th Century) - style, Continental Silver (.800) Rummer/Roemer style goblet, Germany, Ca. 1920. This form of goblet was popular from the 15th-17th centuries, although the R...

A pair of festive, elegant silver baskets with a square base, standing on four spherical feet; the sides gently curved outwards and featuring regular vertical and diagonal cut-outs, ...

Two elegant, simple silver serving dishes with smooth sides – flat, oblong bowls with a recess for a glass top, and a matching rectangular, rounded and domed lids with a round knobs....

Tiny Sterling Cast of a Sitting Bear Item e7246 A lovely sculpture of a sitting bear casted in sterling silver, Germany 1st half of the 20th century. 17,1 gramm, 0,60 oz. A wonderful...

Festive solid silver vessel in the shape of a large oval footed bowl, divided and segmented by vertical folds, the base set off by a constriction, projecting, wavy, lobed cut-out foo...

Carafe made of clear glass with a conical body, the inside six-pointed wave-shaped thickened wall, cut near the base with star and beam decoration, ground star, silver fitting with w...

Pair of etched glass and silver pitchers by Bruckmann & Söhne German, circa 1900 Measures: Height 33cm, width 17cm, depth 14cm The pitchers, or claret jugs, in this pair by Bruc...

Antique German Silver Gilt Vermeil Rococo Revival Tea Coffee Sugar Bowl Milk Jug Germany Silver c. 1900 Dimensions: H x W x D: 12.5cm x 9cm x 12cm (milk jug) 7.5cm x 11.5cm (s...

German silver pair of wedding cups, Nuremberg, circ 1850's. The cups are executed in repousse technique. Each cup is marked with the city mark, maker's mark and "13" for silver stand...

Silver and enamel vanity case. Art Deco period. Germany, circa 1930. Vanity case dimensions: 11 cm height, 5 cm width, 4 cm depth.  

19th Century German extremely detailed sterling silver and gold gilt knight figure. Knight in full suit of armour, carved face beneath a hinged viso...

This havy and large piece was made in the early 20th century in the style of Art Nouveau with some floral decoration. The Designer Alex Katsch produced i...

Made circa 1890 in Hanau by Storck & Sinsheimer, this striking, 800 standard, Antique Silver Jardinière, is in the Art Nouveau taste, and fea...

An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique German cast sterling silver card/menu holders; an addition to our animal related silverware collection. These exceptional German cast sterling silver menu holders have been realistically modelled in the form of two figures in period, 18th century attire. The surface of one piece is embellished with a gentleman figure raising a filled glass, stood in front of a balustrade with an array of floral and fruit ornamentation around a bottle and further glasses. The second holder is modelled in the form of a maiden walking down some stairs carrying a tea tray. These antique silver menu holders...

Silver Box by Simon Rosenau with a scene of 5 men drinking in the 17th Century Richly decorated silver box, interior covered with a yellow fabric, raised...

A rare and evocative example of 18th-century German Judaica, this small silver and gilt Passover dish was made in Nuremberg, Germany, during the mid-18th century. Its combination of ...

Koch & Bergfeld German silver teaspoons with gold plate and enamel, 1884-1893 Koch & Bergfeld silver with gold-plated teaspoons with blue and white enamel In a presentation box c...

German Baroque 800 silver figural bell in style of wedding cup, ca 1910. A bosomy Jungfrau with tightly laced bodice and standup collar; conical skirt bowl with leafing scrollwork on...

Large Silver Vase by M.H. Wilkens, Bremen, Germany Silver vase with beautiful round scroll pattern decorated ears The neck with scalloped edge and ...

This Hildesheimer Rose sugar tong is an example of mid-20th-century German silversmithing, showcasing one of Europe’s most beloved and enduring floral patterns. The design is inspire...

German Small Silver Bonbon Basket by Bernhard Weber, 1885-1915 Small silver basket by Bernhard Weber, 1885-1915 A boat shaped basket openwork silver. The silver with floral and leaf...

A rare Antique Sterling Silver Wager Cup in the shape of a male nobleman. Known as Wager Cups, Marriage Cups or Loving Cups, these vessels have existed since the 16th Century and are...

Dating to the early 20th century, this German silver Havdalah spice tower (besamim container) is fashioned in the traditional architectural form that had become one of the most recog...

A German silver table casket in the Hanau manner, the hinged lid worked in high-relief repoussé with a group of putti among flowers within a beaded surround and a floral border. The ...

Sterling, Bone, & Semi-Precious Gems Figure of 'St. George & Dragon' Germany, Early 20th Century A meticulously cast and modeled Medieval / Renaissance Figure of St. George Slaying the Dragon, This figure with a moveable helmet visor, revealing his carved bone face...

A German silver cream set by Gottlieb Kurz, ca 1910. A German silver cream set, consisting of a milk jug, sugar bowl and a tray. A set with round shapes. Marked with silversmith h...

Edwardian Period, Continental Silver (.800), parcel gilt cake/dessert serving set, Germany, Ca. 1910. Bright cut design of both pieces makes them look as if they are inset with jewel...

A Unique Silver Arts and Crafts Hanukkah Lamp, made in Germany Circa 1930. This Hanukkah Lamp is truly unique and has a few different styles of craftmanship and designs that make up its structure. Seemingly this menorah looks to be made for children. The shaft and the base are remarkably executed. the light hammering on the base referenced the Arts and Crafts movement while the shaft is designed in an Art Deco fashion. However, the cut-out pattern of the palm leaves and the engraved Stars of David are of a lower standard; the engraving in particular is sloppy and crude. Yet the cups and the finial and the small bells at the end of the leaves are well done- the balls cite the influence of the Secession, yet another art trend. Whatever may be for the apparent contradiction in the quality of workmanship, this is an interesting Rarity. Hallmarked and signed at the bottom of the hammered base. Literature taken from Tzadik Kaplans Book: Jewish Antiques...

Antique loth silver ecclesiastical figure of Saint Peter, holding a book and keys standing 6.75" high, Hallmarked with a blank elliptical mark, "N" (Nurnberg?), topiary style mark...

A group of three rare and terrifically whimsical German or Austrian Silver musician figures. Constructed of coin silver and enamel bodies with glass cabochon jewels to the bases. ...

Art Nouveau German 800 Silver Flatware Set Service with lovely leaf detailing, 42 Pieces. This set includes: 6 DINNER KNIVES, 10 1/8" (two blades differ slightly), 6 DINNER FORKS,...