Early 19th Century Sterling Silver

A early 19th century Dutch silver and diamond cut crystal cruet set, 1816 A silver standard with three diamond cut crystal bottles and a sprinkle...

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...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver soup tureen; an addition to our dining silverware collection. This exceptional antique George III English sterling silver soup tureen has an oval rounded form. The plain surface of the body is embellished with a contemporary bright cut engraved crest depicting a boar's head erect and couped. The upper flared rim of the tureen is encompassed with a fine and impressive applied gadroon decorated border. This antique soup tureen...

A magnificent, fine and impressive pair of antique Victorian sterling silver sauceboats, an addition to our dining silverware collection. These magnificent antique Victorian sterlin...

Antique Dutch Sterling silver bread basket Made of sterling silver hand crafted openwork basket Period first half 18th century Georgian / Empire Hallmark: Dutch Lion, Rotterdam es...

Experience the extraordinary craftsmanship of the early 19th century with our magnificent German sterling silver basket. This captivating piece showcase an exquisitely ornate all-ov...

This pair of antique covered sauce tureens are hallmarked by an unknown maker, but originated from England and date to approximately 1820 and done in th...

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...

Description George III sterling silver teapot, Paul Storr, London, 1810. Sterling silver teapot with a low, compact shape. Contoured gadroon edges at both the top and base of the tea...

A 6 place silver canteen by Paul Storr. Double struck in the fiddle, thread & shell pattern with diamond and shell heel. Engraved with a crest to the terminals. (see pictures for det...

A pair of magnificent Antique George III Sterling Silver Sauce Tureens with ornate Rococo style chasing embellishing the body and lid of the Tureens. The Silver Tureens stand on 4 op...

Set of four Georgian shell form silver salts. Set of four early 19th century rocaille form sterling silver footed salt cellars. English hallmarks. Engla...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Georgian English sterling silver Old English Thread and Shell fish slice / server made by Paul Storr; an addition to our silver flatware collection. This exceptional antique George III sterling silver fish slice / server has been crafted in the Old English Thread and Shell pattern. The anterior and reverse surfaces of the handle are embellished with thread decoration paralleling the shape of the handle and encompassing the rounded heel, in addition to an impressive shell design to the terminal. The anterior surface of the handle terminal is further embellished with the contemporary bright cut engraved crest of a dragon. The handle of this antique silver...

Italian Neoclassical silver coffee pot and sugar bowl. Italian Neoclassical Silver Coffee Pot and Sugar Bowl. Neapolitan caffettiera in sterling silver with wood handle of neoclassical form and decoration with acorn lid and camel spout of oviform body supported by three female hermes...

A fine and impressive pair of antique George IV English sterling silver meat platters; an addition to our silver dining collection. The...

Pair of French Neoclassical silver salts. Pair of exquisite French silver salts with open work mercury medallions and leaf and bead detailing at rim and b...

A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique George IV English sterling silver soup tureen assayed in York; an addition to our dining silverware collection. This magnificent antique George IV English sterling silver soup tureen has an oval rounded form. The lower portion of the body is encompassed with impressive chased fluted decoration in a subtle swirl design. The decoration to the body incorporates an impressive scrolling leaf bordered cartouche to either side, each displaying an exceptional contemporary bright cut engraved marital coat of arms* depicting on the dexter a chevron between three crosses paty and the sinister a quadrangular castle. The coat of arms is surmounted with a bright cut engraved crest displaying a tent adorned or lined charged in the interior with a cross paty of the third. The plain waisted upper portion is encompassed with a Fine and impressive applied gadroon decorated border to the flared rim. This antique soup tureen...

An elegant and finely executed set of three George III period silver nesting beakers, crafted in London circa 1800. Each beaker fits snugly within the other, forming a compact and pr...

Heading : Rams Horn and silver snuff mull c1820 Period : Regency Origin : Almost certianly Scottish provincial Decoration : Horn mull with silver rim and thistle design to cover. ...

Hallmarked in London in 1825 by John Bridge, this stylish, George IV, antique sterling silver Bouillabaisse Tureen, stands on four ball feet, and features a shell finial to the lid, ...

A fine cased set of five antique Georgian silver-gilt fruit spoons, comprising four spoons and a sifter spoon. Each spoon is ornately hand-engraved with cross-hatch and floral motifs...

Head of spice container is designed in an oncoming wave pattern with two ruby colored gemstone eyes. Hinge set at neck for easy opening to refill spices. Decorated with elegant movin...

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...

Sterling silver marrow scoop by William Eley & William Fearn, 1805, London. Fine Georgian silver, Old English pattern. Crest of the Freer Family - an antelope head out of a ducal cor...

Pair of candlesticks, Empire, around 1810, patinated and fire-gilt bronze Height 29 cm, diameter base 12.5 cm Empire candelabra: works of art French Empire candelabra and Empire c...

An exceptional and impressive antique George IV English sterling silver Regency style three piece tea service/set; an addition to our silver teaware collection. This antique George IV sterling silver three piece tea service consists of a teapot, cream jug / creamer, and sugar bowl. Each piece of this impressive set has a rectangular rounded form onto four Regency style feet. The plain body of each piece is encircled with a band of embossed and chased decorated stylised floral motifs on a matte background. The teapot is fitted with a flush hinged, domed hallmarked cover; the flush hinge indicates the fine quality of this service. The cover retains the original sterling silver rounded rectangular finial embellished with chased stylised rose and leaf decoration, encompassed with a bud border. The teapot, cream jug and sugar bowl are fitted with C scroll handles, ornamented with applied chased acanthus leaf decorated thumbpieces. Each component of this service is supported by four Regency style bracket style feet ornamented with a shaped claw foot, accented with scrolling leaf decoration and stylised floral motifs. The cream jug and sugar bowl retain the original gilded interiors. Condition This antique Regency tea service...

This large and substantial centerpiece basket was made by Timothy Renou of England in 1802 and done in the period Georgian style. The basket is composed of sterling silver and is eli...

Circa 1802, sterling, John Roberts & Co., Sheffield, England. This very unusual tureen consists of the main tureen with an inserted vegetable dish, which is the uncommon part. All three pieces are an exact fit, each with a matching armorial and butler’s silver closet...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George IV English sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our 19th century silverware collection. ...

Pair of Richard Cooke, English sterling silver covered dishes from 1807 (Georgian era) with beautiful crisp repousse floral designs on the lids and bases, adorned with finials. The f...

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

Antique Irish Silver bowl, Dublin 1834 John Moore. Large two handled circular bombe form with repoussé and embossed foliage decoration on partial stippled background, rich foliage le...

Description George IV sterling silver coffee pot, Paul Storr, London, 1823. Rare coffee pot by silversmith Paul Storr. The body shape follows a neoclassical style, with a convex prof...

An exceptional, fine and impressive set of four antique Georgian English sterling silver salts; an addition to our silver cruet and condiment collection ...

A fine Regency Period / George IV sterling silver coffee pot of baluster form, bearing partially rubbed London hallmarks with date letter for 1819 and makers marks for William Batema...

William IV Silver Cream Jug by Barnard Brothers, London, 1834 A fine quality English silver cream jug, made in London in 1834 by Edward, Edward Jr., John, and William Barnard — one ...

Rare antique American (.900) coin silver 5-piece tea and coffee service hallmarked "Whartenby & Bumm" of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Circa 1816-1818. Thomas Whartenby and Peter Bumm...

Description George IV sterling silver presentoire, John Bridge, London 1826. Oval shape, gadroon edges and stylized shells. Heraldic coat of arms on both sides. Motto: Deo est Patrie...

A fine pair of antique George IV English sterling silver game skewers/letter openers; an addition to our diverse flatware collection These fine antique George IV English sterling silver game skewers/letter opener has a plain tapered form. The anterior and posterior surfaces of the skewer are embellished with chased decorated shell designs below the plain circular ring loop finger piece. The original use of this item was purely as a game/meat skewer. Due to its form, this piece may certainly be used as an effective letter opener. Condition These antique letter openers...

Hallmarked in London in 1815 by Emes & Barnard, this handsome, Regency Period, Antique Sterling Silver Cafetière or French Press, is plain in design, and carries a crest on each piec...

English sterling vinaigrette Birmingham 1814 by Samuel Pemberton. Original sponge inside. Age appropriate ware and scratched out name on the back....

Hallmarked in London in 1811 by Peter & William Bateman, this stunning, Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, is in the neoclassical taste, featuring brightcut engraved decoration througho...

A exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III Newcastle sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our Georgian silver cruets / condiments collection. This exceptional anti...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English cast sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our Georgian silver condiments collection. This exceptional antique G...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Georgian Newcastle sterling silver cream jug; an addition to our silver teaware collection. T...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian Newcastle sterling silver quart tankard made by Dorothy Langlands, an addition to our silver tankard collection. This exceptional antique Georgian sterling silver quart tankard has a plain tapering cylindrical form onto a spreading circular foot. The body of this sterling silver beer tankard...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver two handled tea tray; an addition to our silver tray collection. This exceptional antique George III sterling silver tray has an oval form onto four bracket style feet. The surface of this tea tray is embellished with a large and impressive contemporary engraved coat of arms of on a bend between two bull's heads erased, three lozenges, all above the motto 'Delectat amor patriae' - The love of our native land delights. The coat of arms is surmounted with the crest of a demi-bull salient*. The raised rounded border of this antique sterling silver tray with handles...

Early 19th c Sterling Berry Spoon with Embossed Gold Washed Wave Edged Bowl. The handle and bowl are beautifully decorated. Berry spoons became popular during the mid-19th century. T...

An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian English sterling silver second course dishes, an addition to our dining silverware collection. These exceptional antique George III sterling silver second course dishes have a plain circular rounded form with a sunken circular central well. The well of each silver dish is plain and unembellished. The raised rounded border of each dish is ornamented with a contemporary bright cut engraved coat of arms above the motto 'Pie Repone Te' - Place yourself piously. The rims of these impressive antique sterling silver dishes...

A fine pair of Georgian silver-mounted oak wine bottle coasters .T circular in form with cast foliate borders, central engraved cartouche crest depicting boar's head between 2 fea...

Antique English Georgian sterling silver 18-piece dessert service in case, Hallmarked "London, 1801." 18 Place settings, 36 Total Pieces. Measurements: Knives: .13 inches high ...

Fine chinoiserie wine or champagne cooler, sterling silver, Dublin 1812, George III, James Scott maker, HAMY retailer. It has engraved Chinese scenes ...

An elegant and richly detailed pair of silver pitchers, crafted in Prague around 1800, exhibiting both technical refinement and a distinct neoclassical aesthetic, emblematic of Centr...

This antique snuff or tobacco box is hallmarked by an unknown maker, and originates from England and dates to 1820 and done in the period Georgian style....

Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1801 by McHattie & Fenwick, this handsome, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Wax Jack, is plain in style, with reed detailing. Th...

Add some luxe to your life with this fabulous repousse gold by kirk sterling silver flatware set - 48 pieces. Gold flatware is on trend and makes a bold statement on your table. This...

An exceptional, fine and impressive large antique George III Scottish sterling silver Fiddle & Shell pattern soup ladle, an addition to our silver cutlery collection. This exceptional and large George III sterling silver soup ladle has been crafted in the Fiddle and Shell...

Antique Georgian Silver Serving Spoon, London 1818 William Eley and William Fearn. Fiddle pattern, monogram. Length 11.125 inches. Weight: 132 grams. Condition: Good. Reflections pur...

A fine and impressive antique George IV English sterling silver vinaigrette in the form of a purse; an addition to our silver boxes collection. This antique George IV sterling silve...

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...