Mid-18th Century Tableware

The Parisian silversmith Puiforcat is regarded as one of the legendary names in European silver craftsmanship. Massive Dinner Size Louvois by Puiforcat sterling silver flatware set,...

The Parisian silversmith Puiforcat is regarded as one of the legendary names in European silver craftsmanship. Superb Dinner Size Louvois by Puiforcat sterling silver flatware set, ...

A magnificent, fine and impressive set of three antique Georgian English sterling silver sugar and tea caddies - boxed; an addition to our silver teaware collection These magnificent, fine and impressive antique Georgian silver sugar and tea caddies each have an oblong shaped form. The surface of each antiquecaddy is embellished with impressive embossed and chased scroll and foliate decoration incorporating a stylised animalistic mask to the upper portion. The decoration to either side incorporates a scene depicting a woman arranging flowers, and the posterior surface bears a structure, all in the chinoiserie style. The anterior surfaces these antique tea caddies incorporate scroll and leaf bordered cartouches, each displaying a contemporary engraved coat of arms. The opposing scrolling lower portion of each caddy composes a shaped rim and foot. These caddies are fitted with the original hinged cast silver covers, ornamented with further foliate and floral decoration and surmounted with impressive floral finials. These Georgian silver tea caddies and sugar canister are fitted to the fine and impressive, original hinged wood and skin covered presentation casket, bearing the original velvet lined interior. The presentation box is fitted with the original silver escutcheon and carrying handle, in addition to four bracket style feet emanating from the corners. These magnificent silver boxes are the finest of their type you could hope to acquire. Condition These antique 18th century tea/sugar caddies are a magnificent gauge of silver, magnificent quality and in magnificent condition. The cast, embossed and chased decoration is very sharp and the engraved ornamentation is very crisp; the definition of these details indicates these caddies have seen little or no use. The original casket is distressed in keeping with age, however, remains in working condition. Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the caddies are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the magnificent gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these 18th century tea caddies. Dimensions Sugar Caddy...

An exceptional, fine and impressive set of three antique Georgian English sterling silver dinner plates/second course dishes, an addition to our range of collectable dining silverware. These exceptional antique George II sterling silver dinner plates/second course dishes has a circular shaped form. The raised border is embellished with an impressive bright cut engraved marital coat of arms incorporating the motto 'Tria juncta in uno', three joined in one. The rim of each antique second course dish is encircled with a Fine and impressive applied gadroon decorated border accented with alternating scrolling leaf designs. The circular well of each plate is plain and unembellished. The underside of each plate retains the silversmith's center punch mark in addition to the original item numbers 9, 10 and 12 and the original scratch weight of 32 troy ounces and 4 pennyweights (32.2 troy ounces), as to be expected the measured weight has subtly diminished in keeping with age to 29.9 troy ounces. Larger second course dishes such as these are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. These pieces are a segment of a more extensive table service incorporating dishes, trays and platters; through time the service will have been divided. Condition These antique sterling silver plates...

This elegant pair of antique silver nips is composed by two pieces, one is cast with shells and the other one with a little shovel shape. Fully silver London marker. With certifi...

A very large George II silver swing handle harvest basket by William Tuite. Of pierced oval form, adorned with an immaculately cast rim decorated with scrolls, wheat sheaves and grapes surrounding four putti collecting the harvest. Each of the eight pierced sections are framed by cascading harvest bounty. The arched, swing handle decorated with matching floral, wheat and grape decoration, supported either side by a cast putti...

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

Hallmarked in London in 1750, this handsome, George II, Antique Sterling Silver Sauce Boat, features a shaped border, an acanthus detailed handle, an engraved crest to one side, and ...

A fine and impressive large antique George II English sterling silver cream jug; an addition to our Georgian silverware collection. This f...

Hallmarked in London in 1756 by Francis Crump, this very handsome, George II Period, Antique, Sterling Silver Tumbler Cup, is of traditional form, and is engraved to both sides with ...

A very fine & generously proportioned mid 18th century Georgian sterling silver gravy boat, showing foliate embossed motifs and a blank cartouche, affixed with an impressive double-s...

Hallmarked in London in 1760 by William Skeen, this George III, Antique Sterling Silver sauce boat, features a shaped border, an acanthus detailed flying C-sc...

A pair of large Antique Irish George II Silver Sauce Boats in a classic bellied style with everted rims and acanthus leaf topped scroll handles. Each Irish Sterling Silver Gravy Boat stands on three stylised shell feet with shell capitals. Each Sauce Boat has an armorial engraved on the one side and a crest engraved on the other. Made in Dublin, Ireland in c. 1750 by Thomas Walker. Approx. Weight - 1002g / 32.21oz Approx. Length - 23.8cm Approx. Height - 12.1cm Approx. Width - 11.9cm Each Georgian Silver Sauce...

Hallmarked in London in 1751 by David Mowden, this handsome pair of George II, Antique Sterling Silver Sauce Boats, feature shaped edges, flying C-scroll hand...

Hallmarked in London in 1766 by Francis Crump, this handsome pair of George III, Antique Sterling Silver Sauce Boats, feature gadroon borders, acanthus detailed handles, and three fe...

Hallmarked in London in 1733 by Richard Burcombe, this very handsome, George II period, Antique Sterling Silver 'Ladies' Tankard, is plain in style with a domed top. The tankard ...

A fine and impressive antique George II English sterling silver waiter; an addition to our Georgian dining collection. This fine antique George II Engli...

A large Antique early Georgian George II sterling Silver Hash Spoon / Basting Spoon / Serving Spoon in a Classic plain Hanoverian pattern. The Spoon has a crest engraved on the back ...

A George II cross-banded Mahogany cutlery box, circa 1760. Bow front box with original brass hardware and red velvet-covered interior. Me...

18th century English Rocco Battersea & Porcelain Companion Cup & Saucer, Unique Both pieces made in England Mid 18th Century The Cup attributed to the Chelsea or Bow Porcelain Work...

A very good pair of George III cast silver table candlesticks of shell and scroll decoration to a square shaped base. The stem with a circular knop and a fluted rectangular knop. Rop...

Hallmarked in London in 1762 by William Cripps, this handsome, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Mug, is baluster shaped and features a scroll handle and reed borders. The mug meas...

Italian Richard Ginori mid-18th century porcelain coffee or chocolate pot with landscapes. This very elegant Richard Ginori porcelain coffee or chocolate pot was hand painted with...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver Hanoverian pattern hash spoon; an addition to our silver flatware collection. This exceptional antique George II sterling silver spoon...

Hallmarked in London in 1751 by Richard Gurney, this fine, George II, Antique Sterling Silver Mug, has a baluster shaped body, and features a scroll handle and reed detailing. The mu...

A Rare Pair of George II Waiters or Bottle Stands Made in Dublin circa 1755 by James Warren. The Waiters are of an unusual size and stand on three ho...

Hallmarked in London in 1763 by John Langford II and John Sebille, this unusual, pair of George III, Antique Sterling Silver Salt Cellars, stand on ball ...

An opaque twist cordial glass. England, circa 1760. Measures: Height: 16 cm (6 1/4"). Diameter: 7.5 cm (3").

Hallmarked in London in 1769 by Thomas Nash , this wonderful pair of George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Wine Coasters, are in the Rococo taste, with pierced sides, rope borde...

Hallmarked in London in 1746 by Samuel Wood, this handsome, George II period, Antique Sterling Silver Suite of Casters, comprises a sugar caster and 2 pepper casters, all in the trad...

Hallmarked in Chester in 1753 by Richard Richardson, this very rare, George II Period, Antique Sterling Silver Tumbler Cup, is of traditional form, and is engraved with contemporary ...