British Objets d'Art and Vertu

An antique amethyst, and yellow gold propelling pencil, in 9 karat yellow gold. My favourite thing about this Antique Yellow Gold Pencil is the elegant floral design. What’s yours?...

This set of six buttons was designed in the Arts & Crafts taste of the last decades of the 19th century. The buttons are made out of sterling silver and are impressed with the Britis...

Very decorative Silver Pill Box with thick walls and internal gilding. Identical cast decorations on both sides. Hallmarked with clear British marks, created in 1812 at the workshop...

Rare Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated Tie Clip With Original Dunhill Case Circa 1960 Retro, Chic, Art Deco, Classic Elegant Vintage Dunhill Gold Plated “Circa 1960” With original Dunhi...

A Georgian gold, enamel and agate needle case or etui, comprising a needle case in polished grey agate, with an inscription in white enamel, with floral detailing in 18 karat yellow ...

This delightful vintage miniature porcelain figurine Royal Doulton “Babie,” HN 1679, decorated in a light green and blue colorway, wa...

The ultimate desktop accessory: This is a rare English first edition of Vanity Fair (1848), William Makepeace Thackeray’s enduring masterpiece and one of the cornerstones of 19th-cen...

Antique Silver travelling Inkwell London 1839 prob Thomas Diller. Vermeuil Silver rectangular inkwell plain with moulded borders and a hinged screw-down cover surmounted by a folding...

This striking hair comb was made at the beginning of the 1920's. The comb is cut out of two layered celluloid, one layer is bottle green, one layer a kind of light stone grey. The ha...

A fine and rare Cartier platinum and diamond comb and case, ca. 1925s, signed Cartier London and numbered 8789, in its original suede pouch. A fine examp...

Classic Early 20th century Lady's platinum and diamond evening purse. The clasp set with circular- cut and baguette diamonds, to a curb link chain, measuring approximately 170 x 140...

This elegant gentlemen tuxedo dress set was created in the first decade of the 20th century. The set comes in its original fitted leather case. The set comprises a pair of cufflinks,...

An original early 20th century ring presentation box by Dibdin & Co. Ltd., jewellers of 189 Sloane Street, London S.W.1. The box is of compact square form, finished in deep blue leat...

Detailed out of the ordinary antique yellow gold pin, with an edgy dagger sweet motif of a sharp yellow gold dagger sleek and smooth. The handles are crafted with such consideration,...

This charming little scarf clip has been created in the Japanese taste popular in 1875 ca. The front of the scarf clip is decorated with animals and flowers in relief. Three differen...

A rare Early Victorian sterling silver inkstand or standish by Henry Wilkinson. Retaining its original bottles, lids, taper stick, snuffer and a quill or wafer compartment. The body...

This elegant pair of Art Deco jewellery pots date to 1920, beautifully combining fine cut glass with sterling silver lids. Each lid is fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1920, featuring...

This rather charming miniature portrait dates to the early 19th century, during the reign of George III. The oil on copper miniature is housed in an ebonised timber frame and is case...

Georgian Silver Box Birmingham 1793 Joseph Taylor. Wonderful little box originally for patches but ideal today as a pill box with nice tight fitting cover. Pin pricked engraved folia...

This charming hair ornament was handcrafted in the second quarter of the 19th century. The hairpin is decorated with a butterfly made from small facetted steel nails that were rivete...

This set of six unusual buttons was created in the 1880s in England. The buttons are carved out of different coloured marble. Each button is decorated with a coiled snake. The snake’...

THIS IS A WONDERFUL ANTIQUE VICTORIAN HEART SHAPE LOCKET, MATCH HOLDER STRIKER OR PERFUME VINAIGRETTE BY THE ESTEEMED BRITISH SILVERSMITH WILLIAM HAIR HASELER. HASELER WAS FAMED FOR PARTNERING WITH LIBERTY & CO. OF LONDON AND PRODUCING THE WORKS DESIGNED BY ARCHIBALD KNOX. THE SILVER LOCKET PENDANT IS IN THE FORM OF A HEART. IT HAS BEAUTIFUL ACANTHUS LEAF SCROLL MOTIF ENGRAVING ON BOTH SIDES OF THE LOCKET. ON ONE SIDE ARE THREE VICTORIAN INITIALS AT THE BOTTOM. THE LOCKET HAS A MATCH STRIKER ON ONE SIDE. THE HEART MOTIF IS BEAUTIFULLY RENDERED IN THIS ANTIQUE JEWEL. THE LOCKET IS ALSO A WONDERFUL PIECE OF TOBACCIANA WITH ITS MATCH HOLDER AND STRIKER DESIGN. THE HEART LOCKET DATES TO CIRCA 1870-1900. William Hair Haseler was born to John and Sarah Evett (Hair) Haseler in 1821/1822 in Birmingham, England. In 1870, Haseler founded the company, W. H. Haseler & Co., specializing in gold and silver work, and jewelry. Five years later, Arthur Lasenby Liberty (1843-1917) started a small shop on the corner of Regent Street in London. Specializing in exotic goods from Japan and the Far East, his business thrived and he became a leading merchant to the upper classes, including famous members of the Pre-Raphaelite movement. The store soon became the most fashionable place to shop in London, featuring luxurious wares including fabrics, clothing, furniture, clocks, jewelry, wallpapers and decorative objects of all kinds. His efforts to promote the Art Nouveau style, with its depiction of leaves and flowers in flowing ornamental lines, were so influential that the term “Stile Liberty” became the accepted term for the style in Italy. During the 1890s, Liberty formed relationships with many leading English designers. In 1898, Liberty and Haseler created a formal partnership to launch the Cymric silver...

Particularly popular from the mid 1600s to the mid 1800s, fashionable snuff boxes were considered a status elevating personal accessory. Snuff taking, enjoyed by many to acquire a nicotine lift in lieu of smoking, commonly consisted of dried ground tobacco flavored with oils, extracts or fermentations and was often carried in highly decorated snuff containers. Crafted in sterling silver and hand engraved with flora and botanical designs, this exceptional snuff box displays hallmarks including; George III duty mark, SP Samuel Pemberton as its maker's mark, the Lion and a date indicator of 1812 Birmingham. Measuring 101mm long x 64mm wide and 23mm deep, this unique antique snuff box...

A fine antique sterling silver pot with a domed lid, detailed with an engraved foliate and dotted border framed by a delicate beaded rim. The interior is richly silver-gilt, offering...

Exquisite Victorian English Gold and Scottish Agate Perfume Bottle, Circa 1870 Presenting a truly exceptional Victorian gold perfume bottle, crafted in England around 1870, and showcasing the distinctive "Scottish pebble" design. This exquisite piece is a masterpiece of Victorian artistry, blending luxurious materials with impeccable craftsmanship. The perfume bottle is elegantly tapered and cylindrical in form, adorned with a stunning array of alternating lozenge, diagonal, and wavy band panels, meticulously inlaid with a rich selection of hardstones, including jasper, agate, and bloodstone. The intricate patterning of these precious stones creates a captivating visual display, embodying the refined taste of the Victorian era. A touch of opulence is added by the hinged lid, crowned with a striking bloodstone, and the delicate pearl push-button release, which adds a subtle, yet luxurious detail. This beautiful piece is further complemented by its original fitted box, a rare find that enhances its historical value and desirability. This Victorian perfume bottle...

A fine and highly decorative English sterling silver vesta case (match safe), hallmarked in London around the turn of the 20th century. This rectangular case combines utility with ar...

Antique Victorian perfume bottle. This unusual little bottle featured a cranberry glass with a silver screw top. The piece would have been in...

Magnificent piece from the Georgian Period. An antique stick pin brooch, created in the United Kingdom between the kingdoms of George III (17...

A fine, unique hand made vase or vessel By Sarah Jones. In sterling silver. Exhibited in the Exhibition entitled: Sayings in Silver In the form of a brick wall with an applied ...

A small antique gold mesh purse, crafted in 9 carat yellow gold and dating to the early 1910s. The purse features an intricately woven mesh body, formed entirely from fine gold link...

A wonderful 1980's handmade sterling silver vase. By Kay Ivankovic. Kay Ivankovic, the high-level contemporary British silversmith, is known for her flowing, organic forms. This hand-chased vase...

This elegant pair of clasps are designed as peacocks with their fan. The peacocks are made out of Pinchbeck and mounted in metal clasps with a rose gold gilding. The peacocks's fans ...

This crossbar is designed as a stylized bone and made out of 15 karat gold. It is decorated with twisted gold wire applications around the edges and to either side of the rotating ri...

For over 25 years we have been handmaking our pewter tree decorations with love and care at our workshop in the UK. Each year Dan and Diane produce new designs, so why not start your...

Antique Longines watch box.Dimensions:Length x width x depth: 22 x 4.2 x 2.8 cm Weight: 80 grams Condition: Antique original condition, minor wear a...

An exceptional example of Victorian whimsy and craftsmanship, this antique silver vesta case is both a functional object and a collector’s delight. Designed in the form of a miniatur...

Perhaps the finest and rarest desk seal we have had in our collection to date is this Regency period, 18 karat yellow gold, amethyst and citrine example. The handle of the piece is c...

Vintage Wedgwood British Royal Gold Plate & Green Jasper Cufflinks Original Case Vintage Wedgwood British Royal Cufflinks Original Blue Velvet and Champagne Satin Case Circa 1960 Gold Plate Vintage Royal British “Wedgwood” Jasper ware Gold Pate Cufflinks Circa 1960 This vintage Wedgwood cufflink...

1989 Theo Fabergé Picture Frames Olga, Maria and Tatiana #131 of 250 Worldwide The collection of these picture frames is named after the 5 children of Tsar Nicholas II, the guilloch...

This sterling silver Georgian vinaigrette has a bas relief floral design on its lid of a three-leaf clover with a bloom in the center. Around the ...

A vintage jewellery presentation box by Hancock & Co, Goldsmiths & Silversmiths, dating to the mid 20th century. The box features a deep burgundy leatherette exterior with fine gilt ...

We love our wonderfully esoteric Grotesque man (or "other") crafted by a talented unknown carver in the 19th century from a chunk of the most desirable orange-red toned coral. Connoisseurs of literature or theater or the arts understand the term Grotesque as referring to fantastical, exaggerated or distorted representations, usually of the human face or figure. (The word "grotesque" originates from the Italian "grottesca", meaning of a cave" (grotto = cave in Italian) and refers to doubled, metamorphosed, or altered forms). Originally Italian, the concept of the Grotesque was used in French and German literature as well, and is a an integral part of English literature and theatre (The Theatre of the Grotesque preceded the Theatre of the Absurd) today. We find our Grotesque stickpin guy (gal) to be not grotesque at all but endearing, with his (or her) exaggerated features and droopy skin folds. And as a reference to classic theatre, this coral stickpin...

Wimbledon Furniture We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Harrods London 1923 fully hallmarked Sterling Silver manicure set A...

NOTE TO USA CUSTOMERS: WE OFFER 15% DISCOUNT ON ALL ITEMS (TO COVER FOR THE TARIFFS) Finds such as these are rare, as it’s a fascinating piece of the early XIX century history of ...

d This outstanding dress buckle uses the combination of flat cut garnets and banded agates chosen for their eye resemblance. Agates cut this way have been used in jewellery since ant...

Art deco enamel vinaigrette box. Beautiful vinaigrette case, created in London England back in the 1930. This stunning piece has been crafted in a a r...

Perfume atomizer bottle designed by Cartier. This is a beautiful perfume atomizer bottle, created in London England for the jewelry house of Cartier, back in 1939. The vintage atomizer has been crafter with cylindrical shape in yellow gold of 9 karats and decorated with engine turned designs. It in pristine and excellent condition with no dents or marks and is accompanied by the original Cartier fitted box. Cartier in London In 1902, Cartier opened its first boutique in London, overseen by Pierre Cartier, who had a special relationship with the royal court. In 1904, the Maison received its first warrant as an official supplier to the court of King Edward VII. The Bond Street boutique became a must-see address as soon as it opened in 1909, alive with the excitement of exquisite orders and the appointments of the British. From Cartier, thanks. Weight: 45.95 Grams, (29.46 Dwt). Measurements: Diameter of 20 mm by height of 63 mm (0.79 x 2.48 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with British marks; the mark for the city of London, the maker's mark JC associated to Jacques Cartier, the mark .375 for the assay of the 9kt gold, the letter D for the date of production of 1939 and the five-digits serial number N7803. Collateral: This atomizer is presented in the original Cartier fitted box. Condition: The overall condition of Cartier perfume...

Antique Silver Card Case in form of Aide Memoire Purse, Birmingham 1908, William Hair Haseler. Art Nouveau elaborate border surround, monogram possibly H....

Fine British Edwardian period Cigarette or cigar box, with rounded corners, ergonomically convex shapes and gilt interior. Hand - engraved with with floral ornaments on both sides an...

This beautiful antique buckle dates from the Edwardian period, circa 1905, and showcases the refined artistry of early 20th-century enamel work. Crafted in sterling silver, the buckl...

This one of a kind turquoise faience flying scarab encircles your wrist with its silver wings . Amulets in the shape of scarab beetles were used in Egypt ...

A Victorian sterling silver mounted standing mirror with blue velvet back, the decoration shows pierced out scroll, floral and leaf design with a plain cartouche at the top, overall ...

TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! This Antique Edwardian set of vanity tools - Shoe Horn & Button Hook - is a ra...

The Royal Doulton Vivienne HN 2073 figurine was designed by Leslie Harradine, a renowned Royal Doulton artist who worked for the company from 1920 to 1957. The figurine was first int...

Remarkably this is not the first time we have had one of these 18th century snuff boxes with the arms of Sir Francis Drake. Our first we source...

A fine white guilloche enamel box by August Hollming for Fabergé, of very unusual convex shape, the outside entirely worked in white enamel guil...

This beautiful set of three ornamental gold egg boxes are truly novel and symbolise good fortune, prosperity and love. Each egg was fine crafted in 18K gold with screw fittings in th...

A captivating example of Edwardian craftsmanship, this circular belt buckle is rendered in sterling silver and adorned with deep royal blue enamel, accented by elegant silver scrollw...

An exceptional Victorian period snake clip belt buckle crafted primarily in rich 18KT yellow gold, designed as two entwined serpents in a bold and sculptural form. The serpents’ head...

The collection of these picture frames is named after the 5 children of Tsar Nicholas II, the guilloché enamelled picture frames are lavishly decorated with sterling silver, 18 karat...