Items Similar to Rare William IV c1835 Castle-Top Abbotsford House Vinaigrette by Nathaniel Mills
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 12
Rare William IV c1835 Castle-Top Abbotsford House Vinaigrette by Nathaniel Mills
About the Item
Finds such as these are extremely rare (possibly unique),
as it’s a fascinating piece of the early XIX century history of England
Crafted during the reign of King William IV in 1835,
by Nathaniel Mills – a Fabergé of snuff boxes – in Birmingham,
the vinaigrette is nearly 200 years old,
yet it’s in remarkably great condition
Nathaniel Mills & Sons were renowned the XIXc silversmiths,
who excelled in the making of silver boxes, vinaigrettes, snuff boxes &
visiting card cases.
Performed in silver gilt with exceptional attention to details:
it showcases skilled craftsmanship,
depicting finely detailed unusual view
(from the far side of the River Tweed) of Abbotsford House –
a residence (manor house) of Sir Walter Scott –
a prominent Scottish novelist, playwright, poet and historian.
Many of his works remain classics of English literature.
In 1811, Sir Walter Scott bought the farmland,
where he would eventually build Abbotsford.
With architect William Atkinson,
he demolished the old farmhouse in 1822 & began constructing a new home.
Scott was able to move into part of the house by 1824.
The view shown on this Vinaigrette is a view Scott was particularly fond of.
The interior features distinct English hallmarks
(anchor for Birmingham & letter date) & maker’s mark “N.M.”
It displays exceptional gilding and a grille pierced and engraved
with splendid pluming scrolls and flower heads.
This piece is in excellent condition with all the detail being very crisp.
Lidded hinged boxes that were used to mask odours and for inhaling their vapours,
vinaigrette became popular in the 1780s &
were traditionally carried in a pocket or
suspended from a chatelaine at the waist.
This prime example features a deep gilt finish,
as well as the most desirable "castle-top" design.
It is broad rectangular in form with engine turned sides &
a gorgeous floral chased outer border;
the base is engraved with engine turning
around an engraved with name Mary rectangular cartouche.
Total item’s weight: 41.8gr.
Dimensions are unusually large:
Length - 1.75 inches, 4.38cm.,
Width: 1.1 inches, 2.75cm.,
Height: 0.4 inches, 1cm.
The history, craftsmanship & impeccable provenance
make this piece a very important potential purchase.
It’s ready to become a family’s heirloom &
for its next 200 years (at least) of its fascinating life!
- Creator:Nathaniel Mills
- Metal:
- Weight:41.8 g
- Dimensions:Height: 0.4 in (10 mm)Width: 1.09 in (27.5 mm)Length: 1.73 in (43.8 mm)
- Style:William IV
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1835
- Condition:
- Seller Location:MELBOURNE, AU
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3412224984222
About the Seller
5.0
Gold Seller
Premium sellers maintaining a 4.3+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 1984
1stDibs seller since 2023
85 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 9 hours
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: MELBOURNE, Australia
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllGeorge V Sterling Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case. Chester, 1936 W.H Tandy & Sons
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
George V Sterling Silver and Enamel Rectangular Cigarette Case
Hallmarked Chester, 1936, W.H Tandy & Sons
Illustrating a seated woman with small Pan figure on her knee,
signed Gas...
Category
Vintage 1930s European George V Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique c1900's Continental (Austrian) Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case. 9cm wide.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Continental (Austrian) cigarette case from the 1900s is a rare find!
Made of silver, it measures 9cm in width and
boasts intricate details that exemplify the craftsmanship of ...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique c1920’s Alpacca and Enamel “Soccer Scene” Cigarette Case
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This European (English) Cigarette Case
from the 1920’s is a rare find!
Measuring 80mm (W, including the lock) x 88mm (L) x 11mm (D)
Marked 'Alpacca' to inner rim,
of rectangular ...
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
Antique English c1888 Silver Salt & Pepper Cellars by William Evans, London.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Finely embossed throughout,
this pair of antique Sterling Silver
salt & pepper cellars date from Victoria era
Circular footed,
with London hallmarks to the base,
also bear...
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian Flatware and Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
Very Rare Tasmanian S/Silver Souvenir Spoon by Taylor & Sharp. Australia, c1910.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Very Rare & Important Piece of Australiana
is a Sterling Silver Souvenir Spoon
by Taylor & Sharp of Hobart &
a collector's item
...
Category
Vintage 1910s Australian Edwardian Flatware and Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
Eight-Stone Diamond (Castle Set) Half-Eternity Band in 18K White & Yellow Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Securely castle-set in 18K White Gold
8 Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds
exhibit sun-like brilliance,
of G-H colour, VS clarity,
totalling 0.25ct approx.
The band is crafte...
Category
Vintage 1970s Australian Retro Wedding Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
You May Also Like
Rare Matthew Linwood Georgian English Sterling Silver Snail Form Vinaigrette Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine rare Georgian English sterling silver vinaigrette.
In the rare figural vinaigrette form of a snail shell or sea shell.
It was made by Matthew Linwood...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British George III Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Swiss Gold & Enamel Jewelled Vinaigrette Box Late 18th C
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
Thanks for looking at this superb object of virtue.
This Box is In the form of a Boat, the cover and base of translucent blue enamel on a peacock-feather engine-turned ground, the cover further enamelled with a variety of sea shells on a grass bank in bright colours of red, pink, yellow, green, blue etc.
All around the cover and the base there are 64 emerald cabochons set in as a decorative border.
The sides are covered in blue enamel with a gold chequered design with a white enamel border
all the way around the corners of the base.
The curved shape grille is expertly pierced and bright-cut with foliage.
The overall condition is faultless it opens and closes effortlessly and the very important enamel is in perfect order no excuses and has never suffered any restoration.
The Box is stamped with a makers mark in the base but we have never looked up the maker
please look at the images and see for yourself.
This is a very good example of a solid gold Box...
Category
Antique 1780s French Boxes and Cases
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette by George Unite & Sons, 1897
Located in London, GB
In good vintage condition, this has a loop so can be worn as a pendant.
A lovely foliate pierced decorated panel opens up. A vinaigrette is a small filigree container used to hold a perfume-soaked sponge or piece of cotton. Vinaigrette jewellery...
Category
20th Century Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Vinaigrette in Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A unique vintage vinaigrette made of 18k yellow gold from early 19th century.
The vinaigrette features a beautifully pierced grille engraved with a foliate design. The rest of it ha...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Boxes and Cases
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette Silver Box
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delightful vinaigrette was hand crafted out of sterling silver in the first quarter of the nineteenth century. It is hallmarked in inside the lid and on the base with a bust of ...
Category
Antique 1820s English George IV Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vinaigrette in Gold, Enamel and Precious Stones
Located in Paris, FR
Pot-shaped, gold vinaigrette in green enamel embellished with a multicolored floral motif. The hinged lid is decorated with a flowers and topped with a translucent, red enamel star and a precious stone in the center. The body of the vinaigrette features the same floral motif, and underneath is a translucent, multicolored enamel bouquet...
Category
Antique 1850s Swiss Boxes and Cases
Materials
Gold, Enamel
