19th Century Sterling Silver

Beautiful Candy Bowl in Silver in the shape of a seashell from Mid 19th Century. The bowl is designed as a seashell with three feet also designed as seashells. Wear consistent with...

Persian originated in 1872 when exotic lands were all in vogue (Japanese, Egyptian, Persian). It is absolutely striking with its ornate design. It is a beautiful example of the silve...

Fabulous, rare, sterling silver (.950) Art Nouveau, Martele inkstand with ball feet and hinged lid, the Gorham Manufacturing Corp., Providence, Rhode Island, circa 1905. According to the PTB mark on the underside, most probably, the Gorham silversmith who made it...

Dutch Silver small basket by Cornelis van Baaren, 1899 An Art-Nouveau silver basket with a motif of swans with water lilies Dutch Hall marks, Lion 2, 835/1000 Master sign of ...

This elegant and well adorned Sterling Silver Fish Slice W/Acid Etched & Hand Tooled Detailing is crafted by the Whiting Manufacturing Company and originates from the United States, ...

19th Century Dutch Silver Fish Server with Agate by Schouten, Amsterdam , 1865 A silver fish serving scoop with an agate handle, made in 186...

19th Century Sterling Silver tableware serving footed bowl with Exterior floral design details resting on a proportions round footed base. The serving bowl is in great antique condit...

Early 19th century sterling silver large ladle with wonderful English hallmark that reads Richard Crossley, London, 1812. Engraved with a letter J on the h...

Chinese Export Card Case, circa 1885, embossed and chased with figural scenes on one side with a single vacant shield-shaped cartouche, and bamboo on the other side, both set against...

An Antique Silver 800 Napkin Holder, 19th Century Offers elegant design and craftsmanship. Home decor, Interior design and collectibles. Provenance: Private Australian Collection. ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver sugar sifter spoon and bowl - boxed; an addition to our silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver teaware set consists of a sugar bowl and sifter spoon. The bowl has an oval rounded form to an oval spreading foot. The surface of the bowl is embellished with exceptional chased floral and scrolling leaf ornamentation accented with trellis designs, all on a matte background. The decoration to the sterling silver bowl incorporates a cartouche to either side; one bears the feature hallmarks and the other remains vacant. The upper portion of this exceptional bowl is encircled with a swept, elevated pierced decorated shaped border, emanating from the aforementioned floral and foliate designs. The lower portion of the bowl is embellished with concave fluted decoration, to a pierced decorated conjoined bracket style foot, reflecting the design of the border. The exceptional sugar sifter ladle is embellished with further trellis and scrolling leaf ornamentation, reflecting the design to that of the bowl. The shell shaped bowl is embellished with scrolling pierced 'sifter' holes to each scalloped flute. The interior of the exceptional sugar bowl retains the original gilding. This antique sugar sifter...

This is a 19th century English set of sterling silver fish serving fork and knife. Their handles are made of ivory like material and adorned with a collar of beads and acanthus leaves. The sterling silver blade...

With a racing scene in high relief. Marked: London, 1825, Makers: Emes and Barnard.

Fine quality antique Victorian French silver plated tea urn by Risler and Carré having a lift off lid with twin scroll handles and a shelf and scroll ...

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1807 & 1808 by John Roberts & Co., this striking, George III, pair of Antique Sterling Silver Candelabra,...

Hallmarked in London in 1802 & 1803 by John Emes, this handsome set of 4, George III, Antique sterling silver sauce tureens, are 'Boat' shaped, and plain in design, featuring reed bo...

Set Of 6 Russian Silver Gilt Teaspoons Dated 1886 Moscow Russia Assayed by Viktor Saninkov, made by Ivan Alekseevich Alekseev Nice scene of a building with a clock tower on the back ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Italian silver sterling jug. This exceptional antique Italian sterling silver jug has an oval paneled, flared form onto a circular domed foot. The surface of this antique jug is plain and unembellished, with a matte, subtly planished finish in keeping with the patination of a piece from this period. This impressive piece is fitted with an exceptional cast sterling silver scrolling handle, accented with a leaf design emanating from the thumbpiece, this leaf ornamentation comprises the upper terminal. The circular foot is encircled with a band of embossed bead decoration. This impressive antique silver jug has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as sterling standard silver (925/1000). Patination or Patina is a subtle coloration or tarnish which forms on the surface of some metals, produced by oxidation or other chemical processes. A good patina proffers an aesthetically pleasing look. Condition This antique silver jug is a very good gauge of silver and exceptional quality for its type. The jug is in exceptional presentation condition. Italian hallmarks struck to the surface of the jug and rim of the foot are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique Italian silverware...

Silver Fish Cutlery is a couple of a precious cutlery realized by English manufacturer in 1875. The lot consist in two antique and decorated sil...

We are delighted to offer this Magnificent solid silver gilt set of six fruit/dessert knives and forks. The set was made by silversmith Aaron Hadfield of Sheffield in1839. All th...

Victorian, Continental silver .800, footed tea caddy, Germany, with Hannau marks, circa. 1895, B. Neresheimer and Sohne - makers. Chased with dancing ...

A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver tea tray made by Elkington & Co; an addition to our silver tray collection. This magnificent antique Vict...

Antique 19th century Austro-Hungarian Highly ornate 800. silver, Viennese enamel and rock crystal ewer/coupe. Atop a majestic domed pedestal bedecked with radiant silver and glis...

Two elegant, simple early Biedermeier silver candle holders on a round stand with a slightly curved, smooth shaft, chased decoration on the edge of the foot, on the narrow bulge rings and on the upper edge of the slightly flared vase-shaped spout. Branded by the Wheel mark, Viennese official hallmark: 13 Lot silver, dated 1827 Master's stamp: 'LK' in oval - Leopold Kuhn, Worked as master 1818-1828 Bibliography: 'Old Vienna' dictionary for Austrian and southern German arts and crafts...

19th century silver claret jug by Frederick Elkington circa 1878. Sterling silver and weighing 17 troy ounces, stamped Birmingham hallmarks, 1878 date and maker stamp. Frieze is ap...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver presentation bowl; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection This exceptional antique sterling silver bowl has a circular form onto a circular domed foot. The lower portion of this Victorian bowl is encircled with a band of impressive chased fluted decoration each terminating with a spiral design. The body of this presentation bowl is further embellished with exceptional chased floral and foliate decoration on a matte background. The decoration to the body incorporates a large shield...

A Dignified Silver Kiddush Goblet, made in Poland in the mid-19th Century. This Polish goblet is one of the most commonly used silver Kiddush Goblets in the Polish, Ukrainian, and G...

An exceptional and rare antique silver snuffbox reading 'PRESENTED TO St. Mr. P CAMPION, 1st Bn 19th Foot, by His, BROTHER SERJEANTS, As A Mark of Their, Sincere Regard.' in its original shaped fitted case and made by Cronin & Wheeler, Birmingham in 1847. The snuff box, probably unused, is simply stunning the cartouche shaped body engraved with rococo 'C' scrolls, engine turning and floral sprays with a hinged cover and richly gilded interior. The box has clear and crisp silver assay and makers marks to the cover and base and has date marks for 1847. Provenance: The property of a gentleman. Sergeant Major Patrick Campion was enlisted with the 19th Foot in 1838 and served in Malta, the Ionian Islands, the West Indies, Canada, the Crimea and India amongst other postings. He received a DCM at the Battle of Alma ‘for his gallant rescue, in company with a couple of his comrades, of a wounded officer of his own company, who was lying in front of the Russian line’s.’ and despite being injured in this act, he recovered and would see action at Inkerman, Redan and the siege of Sevastopol. Wear to the leather covered fitted case...

Large, Victorian period, sterling silver-mounted controlled bubbles crystal inkwell with hinged lid, Boston, circa 1895, Bigleow ,Kennard and Co. makers. Measures: 3 3/4 inches high ...

This exceptional pair of German Solid Sterling silver coolers, crafted in the year 1890, stands as a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of their time. Created in the renowned workshops of Hanau by the skilled silversmith S. Rosineau and masterfully engraved by the celebrated artisan Juste Aurele Meissonnier, these coolers are a true embodiment of artistic excellence. Crafted from solid sterling silver, these coolers bear a remarkable weight, testifying to their durability and quality. The level of detail and artistry displayed in their construction is truly breathtaking. The coolers exhibit a captivating hammered texture, a testament to the meticulous handwork that went into their creation. The distinctive bellied shape of these coolers adds to their charm, featuring two elegantly designed handles. These handles portray mythical ocean creatures that are part human and part fish, their sinuous tails intertwined in a graceful dance. These mesmerizing creatures hold within their grasp two mythical sea beings, adding a touch of enchantment to the piece. The entire surface of the coolers is adorned with intricate chasing, featuring bacchic and marine figures that further enrich their visual appeal. Each of these coolers is a substantial work of art, weighing an impressive 76.70 ounces, and bears the appropriate hallmarks to authenticate their sterling silver composition. Beyond their original intended use for cooling beverages, these versatile pieces can also double as exquisite vases, allowing for a variety of decorative possibilities. In conclusion, these 1890 German...

Pair of 19th century weighted sterling silver candle holders.

Chinese Export Silver Card Case, circa 1835, embossed and chased with a scene of figures in battle, while the other side depicts scenes of farming, horse riding, and studying. The ed...

Fine silver trinket box constructed from fine silver wire twisted and scrolled into geometric patterns. Probably continental, late 19th century. Some damage as photographed. (Split...

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. ...

Embossed and engraved silver plaque La Madonna del lago (The Madonna of the Lake) Probably Milan, post 1824 Brass frame It measures 16.14 in x 13.85 in (41 x 35.2 cm) and it weighs 10.357 pounds (4.698 g): silver 1.31 pounds (598 g) + brass 9.03 pounds (4.100 g) State of conservation: some abrasions on the bottom. The frame is old, but not original. The plaque is made up of a sheet of embossed and engraved silver, and held in a solid brass frame. It depicts the “Madonna del lago” – “Madonna of the Lake” - (the Madonna with Child and San Giovannino) by Marco d'Oggiono (Oggiono, 1474 circa - Milan, 1524 circa), while changing only the background landscape. Almost certainly the subject reproduced in the plaque was taken from a famous engraving by Giuseppe Longhi (Monza, 1766 - Milan, 1831), one of the greatest engravers of his era. The silver is unmarked, probably because originally the Madonna was due to be exposed in a church: sometimes precious metals destined for worship and liturgical use would be exempted from payment and were, therefore, not marked. It is very likely that the plaque was made in Milan because in this city in 1824 the engraving by Giuseppe Longhi was made and printed. In addition, in Milan, the alleged lost painting by Leonardo da Vinci in his Milanese period (1482-1500) would be produced; this is the painting from which Marco d'Oggiono took his version. The painting Marco d?Oggiono was one of Leonardo da Vinci's most brilliant students and collaborators (D. Sedini, Marco d’Oggiono, tradizione e rinnovamento in Lombardia tra Quattrocento e Cinquecento, Roma 1989, pp. 151-153, n. 56; p. 225, n. 124, with previous bibliography). His style reflects in every way that of the Tuscan Maestro, so much so that he was the one who executed some copies of da Vinci's paintings. The execution of the “Madonna del Lago” probably draws inspiration from a lost painting by the Maestro, created while he was living in Milan (1482-1500). There are many similarities with other works by Leonardo such as the “Vergine delle rocce” or the “Vergine con il Bambino e San Giovannino, Sant’Anna e l’Agnello”. The painting, from which the drawing and then the famous engraving were taken, is found today at the M&G Museum of Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina, where it came to rest after the sale of the Harrington Collection in London in 1917. The work appears in the inventories of the collection of Napoleon and Joséphine Bonaparte at the castle of Malmaison, before 1809. The Malmaison building was born and developed in the 17th and 18th centuries. In the 18th century it belonged to Jacques-Jean Le Coulteux du Molay, a wealthy banker. Later, during the Directory, Joséphine Bonaparte de Beauharnais bought it on April 21st, 1799, but settled at the castle definitively only after her husband separated from her in 1809. She remained there until 1814, the year of her death. When Joséphine died, the estate passed to her son Eugène de Beauharnais, who moved to Munich with his whole family in 1815, bringing with him the collection of paintings he inherited from his mother. Eugène died in 1824 and his wife Augusta of Bavaria (von Bayern), unable to keep it, in 1828 sold the Malmaison to the Swedish banker Jonas-Philip Hagerman. It is likely that in this period Augusta also sold part of the paintings inherited from her husband, including the “Madonna del Lago”. This painting then came into the possession of Leicester Stanhope, fifth Earl of Harrington (1784 - 1862) and then was passed down to his descendants. In 1917, at the death of Charles, eighth Earl of Harrington, his brother Dudley inherited the title and properties and he put up a part of his collections for sale. Among these, precisely, the painting by Marco d'Oggiono was to be found. On the occasion of that auction the painting was presented as a work by Cesare da Sesto, by virtue of a handwritten note by the Countess of Harrington on the back of the table. However, already in 1857, the German critic Gustav Waagen had identified Marco d'Oggiono as the author of the painting, then exhibited in the dining room of Harrington House in London (Treasures of Art in Great Britain, in 4 volumes, London, 1854 and 1857). The engraving Giuseppe Longhi was one of the most renowned engravers in Italy between the end of the 18th century and the first quarter of the 19th century. In 1824 Giuseppe Longhi, based on a design by Paolo Caronni, made a famous engraving of the painting of Marco d?Oggiono. The activity of Longhi was then at the peak of his notoriety, enough to earn him very substantial commissions; it is not risky to suppose that some of his successful engravings were also reproduced using other means: in our case in silver. (A. Crespi, a cura di, Giuseppe Longhi 1766–1831 e Raffaello Morghen...

This delightful vine pattern sterling silver bowl by Tiffany features a daisy motif around the top side rim, and is monogrammed Margaret Foster Smith 1893. The piece is marked on the...

Antique Victorian sterling silver cigar case Made in Birmingham, 1845 Maker: Edward Smith Fully hallmarked. Case has an inscription 'James Forbes Leith, From his Sister, 10th Decembe...

Antique 1896 Morgan dollar Silver fineness: 900 Made in USA, 1896 New Orleans mint. 1878 is the first year of the popular Morgan dollar series. The...

Tiffany & Co., sterling silver pierced condiment dish in pattern number 13835 from 1898. They measure 7 3/4'' in length by 4 7/8'' in width by 2'' in height and bear hallmarks as shown. Total weight is 7.6 troy ounces. The legendary Tiffany brand was founded in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young in Connecticut as a "stationery and fancy goods emporium," with the help of Charles Tiffany's father who financed the store for only $1,000 with profits from a cotton mill. Tiffany & Co. soon became a highly regarded brand for jewelry, gemstones, and silver. In 1845, Tiffany was a pioneer when it launched the Blue Book, which at the time was the first mail-order catalog...

Japonesque sterling silver gravy boat on stand. Made by Alvin Corp. in Provence, ca 1890. Boat: Bellied bowl with helmet mouth, high-looping handle, and domed foot; gilt-washed inter...

Austro-Hungarian silver filigree round basket with handle. Blue glass inner liner, circa 1840. Dimensions: H 27.5 cm; diameter 22, weight gr. 1430.

An absolutely stunning large antique Viennese sterling silver pill box made from a hefty gauge of Austrian silver. All sides are decorated with a white guilloche enamel showcasing...

Direct from Paris, a magnificent 121pc. antique French sterling silver flatware set by one of France’s premier silversmiths “Am...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian English sterling silver owl mustard pot; an addition to our collectable silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver mustard pot has been realistically modelled in the form of an owl/owlet. This impressive antique silver owl mustard pot...

A Distinguished Silver Kiddush Goblet made in Vilnius, Lithuania in 1896. Goblet rests on a floral-edged base and is mounted by a stepped dome with foliate scrolling. Knopped dual ...

Sterling silver-mounted, Pairpoint "controlled bubbles" crystal inkwell, Goodnow & Jenks, Boston, circa 1890s-1900. Monogrammed (script, interlocking HLL?) sterling silver lid has se...

An English oval silver salver by William Bennett, 1800 An English silver oval salver with reed edge, engraved and raised on four feet. The salver shows traces of use and please feel free to take a closer look at the details in the pictures (dent, scratches) The salver is made by William Bennett and is registered at 1796 and died 1825 in England The salver has English silver hallmarks...

A fine quality and handsome George IV/Regency inlaid rosewood dressing box, with the original sterling silver and glass fitted contents, London, 1824. The box having a lift-up hinged lid, finely inlaid with brass and bone marquetry of floral garlands & swags, the front having twin locking doors with corresponding inlay. Both the top, base and door panels have 'Dutch Ripple' molding and at each corner a hand-turned 'Barley Twist' column, both to the front and rear. The interior of the box also having inlaid satinwood stringing and three fitted compartments each with an etched crystal container...

Being offered is a sterling silver four-piece suite: two salt shakers and two salt cellars (a pair of each). Designed and manufactured by S. Kirk and Sons in their iconic “Repousse”...

Antique pair of silver napkin rings engraved with a pretty design of birds and flowers with engraved monogram to the front and engraved with the date 16...

Victorian Period, sterling silver and peach guilloche enamel - mounted dressing table jar, Providence, Rhode Island, Ca. 1895, Foster and Bailey - makers. Sterling silver lid is bord...

This large pair of antique perfume bottles was made by the well known silversmiths William Comyns & Sons Ltd. of England and date to approximat...

Superb Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver large and impressive antique tea tray with handles. The tray is marked #6682-4278 with "T" date ...

An elegant 19th century French hallmarked sterling silver chocolate pot with embossed decoration. The pot is decorated with a band around the top. There is embossed decoration on top...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver wax jack; an addition of our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver wax jack has a circular shaped form. The wax jack has a plain central column surmounted with a tapering capital comprised of a cast sterling silver sprung hinged wick trimmer, accented with an inset circular taper holder to the centre of the blades. This scissor component is embellished with cast scrolling leaf designs. The lower portion of the wax jack features a circular base accented with engraved scrolling leaf decoration. The wax jack is fitted with a wax coil. This exceptional Scottish silver candle holder was crafted by the Cupar silversmith David Duncan. An antique wax jack...

Chinese Export Silver Bowl circa 1895, finely decorated with chrysanthemums on a matte ground, interspersed with six butterflies in flight. It has a single vacant shield-shaped cart...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver combination flask and sandwich box; an addition to our wine and drinks...

An elegant German Sterling Silver gilt repousse decorated snuff or pill box, circa 1880. The hinged lid decorated with a repousse work floral basket design, the side of the box with ...

19th century continental silver and cut crystal pitcher.

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver posy holder; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver posy holder has a conical shaped form onto three legs. The surface of the holder has a frosted finish and is embellished with bright cut engraved Greek Key fret band ornamentation in addition to stylized leaf motifs. The body is further ornamented with an applied knop encircled with bead ornamentation flanked with a scalloped border and collet set cabochon turquoises. The upper portion of this impressive example of Victorian silverware is encompassed with a protruding undulating band accented with further collet set turquoise alternating with a swagged chain articulating from ring loops. The upper rim is embellished with a large applied bead decorated border. The vessel terminates with a bright cut engraved layered leaf texture to an applied ball motif. This impressive holder is supported by three hinged legs, conjoined with a silver chain. This antique posey holder...