Skip to main content
Video Loading
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 11

Victorian Sterling Silver and Chalcedony Shoe Pin Cushion

$1,951.97
£1,425
€1,679.27
CA$2,682.12
A$3,001.79
CHF 1,566.70
MX$36,606.38
NOK 20,051.69
SEK 18,981.49
DKK 12,532.19
Shipping
Retrieving quote...
The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation

About the Item

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver pin cushion modelled in the form of a shoe made by Adie & Lovekin Ltd; an addition to our animal related silverware collection. This exceptional antique sterling silver pin cushion has been realistically modelled in the form of a heeled shoe. The surface of this Victorian silver pin cushion is embellished with impressive bright cut engraved scrolling leaf decoration accented with undulating borders. The toe of the shoe is further ornamented with six shaped, geometrically arranged chalcedony hardstones. The upper portion of the shoe features the velvet cushion, in addition to a fabric ribbon bow; these fabric articles have been recovered in green velvet/ribbon replicating the appearance of the original covering. The sole of the shoe/underside of the piece is plain and unembellished. Dimensions Length 13.8cm/5.4" Width 3.5cm/1.4" Height 6.2cm/2.4" Weight 3.7 troy ounces/116g Maker: Adie & Lovekin Ltd Date: 1895 Origin: Birmingham, England Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique silver pin cushion in the form of a shoe. Item Ref. SKU: A9330
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.4 in (6.1 cm)Width: 1.4 in (3.56 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1895
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A93301stDibs: LU1200220783342

More From This Seller

View All
Antique Niello Enamel and Silver Shoe Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Russian silver vesta case in the form of a shoe; an addition to our diverse smoking related silverware collecti...
Category

Antique 1850s Russian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

Victorian Adie & Lovekin Ltd Sterling Silver Kangaroo Pin Cushion
By Adie & Lovekin
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Edwardian pin cushion modelled in the form of a kangaroo; an addition to our animal related silverware collection This fine antique Edwardian, rare sterling silver pin cushion has been realistically modelled in the form of a kangaroo. The hallmarked sterling silver body of this antique silver pin cushion...
Category

20th Century English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Jockey Cap Caddy Spoon (1974)
By Francis Howard 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A very good vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver caddy spoon modelled in the form of a jockey cap; an addition to our diverse teaware collection. This vintage Elizabeth II sterling silver caddy spoon is realistically modelled in the form of a jockey cap; the design is based on an original George III jockey cap style caddy spoon. The outer surface of the cap is encircled with embossed panels of ribbed decoration accented with stylised husk pendant drops. The peak of the cap is embellished with embossed star, bead and octofoil motif decoration on a ribbed background incorporating a vacant shield shaped cartouche. This unusual vintage silver caddy spoon will sit on either the convex or concave side of the bowl. Condition This vintage caddy spoon is a very good gauge of silver, fine quality and in exceptional presentation condition. The embossed decoration is very sharp. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the rear of the bowl are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of vintage silverware. Dimensions Length 5.2cm/2.1" Diameter 3.5cm/1.5" Depth 1.5cm/0.5" Weight 0.3 troy ounce/10.7g Maker: Francis Howard...
Category

Vintage 1970s English Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1926 Scottish Sterling Silver Caddy Spoon
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V Scottish sterling silver caddy spoon; an addition to our teaware collection. This exceptional antique George V Scottish sterling silver caddy spoon has a plain shovel shaped bowl. The handle terminal is embellished with a cast features depicting Celtic knots and interlacing designs, paralleling a mystical interlaced creature. The handle stem is further ornamented with a raised paralleling border, incorporating scrolling designs to either end. This impressive antique 1920s silver caddy spoon was crafted by the distinguished and collectable silversmith Alexander Ritchie of Iona, Scotland; the piece includes full Glaswegian hallmarks, in addition to identifying 'AR', 'Iona' and registration number RD NO 643267. Alexander was in the Merchant Navy and returned home once injured in a ship wreck. He returned home to help the family run hospitality business and married Euphemia Thomson; a prior student of the Glasgow School of Art. The couple expanded their love of art and Alex expanded his skill set from wood carving to metal work. Everything was made to the Ritchies' specifications and to a high standard. In 1937, Alex Ritchie's work was included in a prestigious Scottish Industries Exhibition on London. Condition This antique Scottish sterling silver caddy spoon is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The cast decoration is very sharp. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the stem and reverse of the handle are all very clear. Dimensions Length 12.1cm/4.8" Width 3.5cm/1.4" Height 1.7cm/0.7" Weight 1.2 troy ounces/36.4g Maker: Alexander Ritchie Date: 1926 Origin: Glasgow, Scotland Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique caddy spoon...
Category

Vintage 1920s Scottish Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique George III Sterling Silver Caddy Spoon
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver caddy spoon modelled in the form of a jockey cap; an addition to our diverse teaware collection. This exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III sterling silver caddy spoon is realistically modelled in the form of a jockey cap. The outer surface of the cap is encircled with impressive pin struck decoration, reproducing the details of the caps structure and stitching. The button to the crown of the cap is ornamented with an impressive quatrefoil style stellate design, encompassed with a wrigglework decorated border. The plateaued peak/visor of the cap is embellished with further pin struck decoration. This impressive silver spoon will sit on either the convex or concave side of the bowl. This exceptional period silver jockey...
Category

Antique 1790s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Parcel Gilt Inkwell (1907)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver parcel gilt inkwell made by R & S Garrard & Co; part of our antique silver and glassware collection. Th...
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Inkwells

Materials

Silver

You May Also Like

Antique Adie & Lovekin Ltd Birmingham c1906 Silver Ballroom Shoe Pin Cushion
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with meticulous attention to details, this Antique English Sewing Cushion Pin is absolutely delightful, beautifully designed as a Ballroom Shoe with curved buckle Edwardia...
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Shoe Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham, 1907
By Adie & Lovekin
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian English silver novelty pin cushion in the shape of a shoe made by Adie & Lovekin Ltd of Birmingham in 1907. The pin cushion has crisp hallmarks to both sides. Wear comme...
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Antique Silver Shoe Pin Cushions Chester 1910, S. Blankensee & Son
Located in Toronto, ON
Pair of Silver Shoe Pin Cushions Chester 1910, S. Blankensee & Son. These are matched shoes close in style but not identical. Each of a brogue form, wood sole...
Category

Early 20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Model of a Shoe, London 1893 Import
Located in London, London
Carrying import marks for London in 1893 by Thomas Goodfellow, this charming, Victorian, Antique, Sterling Silver Model of a Shoe, features a gilt in...
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Decorative Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Shoe Model, London, 1896
By Edwin Thompson Bryant
Located in London, London
Carrying import marks for London in 1896 by Edwin Thompson Bryant, this Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Shoe, features attractive chased decoration. The shoe model measures 3.75"(...
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Continental Sterling Vesta Case Modeled as a Shoe
Located in Montreal, QC
This is a rare example. We have not been able to discover any other. This has the striker pad under the sole; and a hinged cover. The overall decoration is profuse with cherubs, figures, landscapes etc. In addition to the rubbed marks it has British import marks for 1896. We believe it is German. Vesta cases are small portable boxes...
Category

Antique 1890s German Late Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver