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Silver, Flatware and Silverplate For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Vintage .900 Silver Cigarette Case w Monogram
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In .900 silver with a smooth sandblast satin-like finish this pre-war collectable cigarette case is a find. Its contoured shape make it easy to carry ...
Category
1940s American Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Silver
1918 Cup solid Gilt 830 Silver / 137 gr
Located in SE
Handsome Swedish hand - made Cup on three ball shaped feet. Thick and firm walls decorated with fruits and leaves ornaments both hammered and engraved.
Swedish hallmarks confirming ...
Category
1910s Swedish Art Nouveau Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Set of Mother-of-Pearl Handled Knives (Fruit & Butter), Sterling Silver Accents
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in New York, NY
A Charming Addition to Your Tableware Collection
Elevate your dining presentation with this two-part set of knives, each featuring lustrous mother-of-pearl handles and sterling silv...
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Pearl, Silver, Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver
Set of 6 Cartier Marie Louise Sterling Silver Grapefruit Spoons w/Mono #19263
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 6 sterling silver grapefruit spoons in the Marie Louise pattern by Cartier with monogram.
Monogram appears to be D
Cartier's Marie Louise pattern features a simple and timel...
Category
20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Champagne Bottle Cover, New York New York, Solid Siver, Luxury Gift, 2024, Italy
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
Introducing a distinguished piece from our K-OVER Works of Art Colleciton, New York a 999/°° pure silver champagne bottle cover, masterfully inspired by the New York skyline. This in...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Italian .800 Silver Fountain of Neptune by Eugenio & Angelo Orefice
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This monumental table fountain was made in Italy during the mid 20th Century and is crafted from silver. The piece has been forged from 800 purity silver (Italian standard) in Milan,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Postmodern Silver-Plated 'Cross Bowl' by Richard Meier for Swid Powell
By Swid Powell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful postmodern silver plated 'Cross Bowl"
Designed by Richard Meier for Swid Powell.
Model no. 3411.
Together with its original box and paperwork insert.
Swid Powell was ...
Category
Late 20th Century Argentine Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Sterling Silver Bonbon Dishes by Holland, Aldwinckle & Slater, 1903
By Aldwinckle & Slater
Located in London, GB
Pair of Sterling Silver Bonbon Dishes by Holland, Aldwinckle & Slater from 1903
In good vintage condition, these are beautiful dishes that would look lovely on any table. Hallmarked...
Category
20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Persian Acid-Etched Serving Tray/Cake Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine cake stand or footed serving tray.
By Tiffany & Co.
In sterling silver.
With a Persian pattern or Islamic style ornate acid-etched design.
Fully hallmarked to the reverse....
Category
Early 20th Century American Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Champagne Bottle Cover, Spazio, Luxury Gift, Hand Made in Italy, Silver, 2024
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
Spazio, the new and fascinating K-Over completely handcrafted by Lorenzo Foglia. The matte finish is perfect to underline the modern design.
This Lorenzo Foglia K-OVER is an essen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Champagne Bottle Cover, Solid pure silver, Luxory Art Object, Hand Made, Italy
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
This Champagne K-OVER is a true Work of Art, inspired by the timeless masterpiece The Kiss by Gustav Klimt. Crafted from pure Silver 999 per cent, this exquisite cover not only prese...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Antique Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Child's Mug with a Squirrel & Bird
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique child's mug.
By Tiffany & Co.
In sterling silver.
With acid etched decoration and cartouches with a squirrel on one side and a bird (possibly a kingfisher) to the reverse.
Fully hallmarked to the base.
Simply a wonderful Tiffany mug...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Champagne Bottle Cover, Luxury Personalized Gift, Solid Silver, Chrysler, Italy
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
This champagne cover/glacette belongs to the collection: works of art. The oeuvre was realized by a Florentine artist who wanted to celebrate the well-known Chrysler building.
The co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Boxed Set of 6 Garrard & Co Sterling Silver & Mother-of-Pearl Caviar Knives
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine boxed set of caviar knives.
By Garrard & Co.
The blades in sterling silver and the handles made of lustrous Mother-of-Pearl.
Founded in 1722, Garrard was made the first ever Crown Jewelers for the English throne and held that distinction from 1843 - 2007. Garrard has also made jewelry for royalty and various world cup trophies...
Category
1990s British Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Blackinton Sterling Silver Oak Leaf Dish #501 #18697
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Blackinton Sterling Silver Oak Leaf Dish #501
This gorgeous leaf dish by Blackinton was meticulously crafted from sterling silver and will make a great addition to your collection!
...
Category
20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Miniature Golf Set with Bag, Clubs, and Caddy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine miniature sterling silver golf set.
By Tiffany & Co.
Consisting of golf bag, a caddy with wheels, and four golf clubs (1 iron, 3 iron, 6 iron, and 8 iron).
The caddy has tw...
Category
20th Century Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lot of Two Silver Pieces: Marked Silver Cup and Sterling Silver Caviar Dish
Located in New York, NY
Lot of Two Silver Pieces: Marked Silver Cup and Sterling Silver Caviar Dish
Elevate your serveware collection with this two-piece silver offering, featuring a marked silver cup and ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
Antique Scottish Sterling Silver, Agate, & Enamel Pepperettes or Pepper Shakers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique Scottish pepperettes.
By J. W. Kirwan & Co. of Edinburgh, Scotland.
In the form of miniature tankards. Center-set with diamond shaped agate stones that are f...
Category
Early 20th Century Scottish Edwardian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Buccellati Fruit Basket, Silver, Circa 1970
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional example of mid-century Italian silverwork, this vintage centerpiece by Mario Buccellati showcases the legendary artisan's mastery of form, texture, and composition. En...
Category
1970s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Pair of Antique Shiebler Gilt Sterling Silver Lily Pad Salt Cellars or Bowls
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique salt cellars or dishes.
By Shiebler.
In gilt sterling silver.
In the form of a stylized lily pad.
These small gitl bow...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Marsh & Hoffman Sterling Silver Child's Mug with Engraving #21681
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique sterling silver child's mug by Marsh & Hoffman with engraving.
Engraved at bottom "Marie Elizabeth Hawke"
A small mug featuring a basket weave design with flower and leaf d...
Category
20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Gold Wash Interior Kiddush Cup #21682
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver kiddush cup with gold wash interior.
No monogram or engraving
This beautiful kiddush cup features applied beads and floral, bow and leaf motif and a bright gold was...
Category
20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Masorett Sterling Silver Gold Wash Interior Kiddush Cup with Engraving #21683
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver kiddush cup with gold wash interior by Masorett, with engraving.
Engraved with Hebrew inscription (see photos).
This beautiful kiddush cup features a checkerboard a...
Category
20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 6 Sterling Silver Hadad Bros Gold Wash Interior Kiddush Cups #21685
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 6 sterling silver kiddush cups with gold wash interior by Hadad Bros.
No monogram or engraving
These small cups feature oval wreath designs around the cup with a bright gold...
Category
20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Havadalah Spice Box Besamim Spike Tower #21686
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver Havadalah Spice Box Besamim Spike Tower.
No monogram or engraving
This spice box for a Havadalah ceremony features silver pearl design accents on a hexagon tower wi...
Category
20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
JW Wolfenden Sterling Silver Cup/Jigger #21684
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver cup/jigger by JW Wolfenden.
No monogram or engraving
A simple double sided cup/jigger with a smooth polished finish.
Measures approx 3 1/8" high, 2 1/4" wide openi...
Category
20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Edition Goebel Alphonse Mucha Large Black Glass Vase w/ Swarovski Crystal
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a STUNNING AND MAGNIFICENT Large Alphonse Mucha Four Sided Black Glass Vase "The Stars". Each side Beautifully decorated with Women and Swarovsk...
Category
20th Century European Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Crystal
Important antique silver cutlery service with storage cabinet
Located in BARI, IT
Antique silver, mother-of-pearl, and ivory cutlery service consisting of 177 pieces. It is contained in a special wooden cabinet. On the cabinet as on each flatware is the initial "R...
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Jean Despres 1889-1980 by Philippe Guegan (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This beautifully illustrated book was written because at that time there was no monograph in either French or English devoted to this important Jeweller/Silversmith. As it says in th...
Category
20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Carrs Silver, England Sterling Silver Straight Bottle Coaster - new in box
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
New in box, fine straight bottle coaster crafted by Carrs Silver, Sheffield England. Designed and manufactured by prestigious silverware maker, Ron Carrs who founded his own company ...
Category
2010s British Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Christofle "Marly Gold" Electro Plated 23 Piece Dessert Fork & Knife Set
By Christofle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique electroplated gold dessert set.
By Christofle.
In the old "Marly Gold" pattern.
Comprising 12 dessert forks and 11 dessert knives.
Each with hollow handles and gilt hallmarked Christofle tops.
Simply a wonderful set in a hard-to-find pattern!
Date:
Late 19th or Early 20th Century
Overall Condition:
They are in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition.
Condition Details:
There are some very small bends to the tines of the forks here & there, edge wear to the gilding at high points throughout (and particularly at the joints of the hollow handles and the edges of the blades). Otherwise, there are scratches to the gilt surface throughout, some light edge wear, some light dings and indentations here and there, some fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age.
Maker:
Christofle
Marks:
Each marked to the top of the handle. The forks are marked to the tines with Christofle and a French maker's mark. The blades are marked with a script "Christofle a Paris...
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
1908 - 1917 Antique Art Nouveau Russian Empire solid 84 Silver Teapot /587gr
Located in SE
Antique Russian solid 84 Silver Teapot with delicate hand engraved ornament of birds, Skylarks resting on the branches of Dog - rose.
Russian Imperial standard hallmarks confirming ...
Category
Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Set of 8 Old or Antique Japanese .950 Sterling Silver Cordials
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 8 Japanese silver cordials.
In .950 sterling silver fineness.
Perfect for an evening's Aperitif or your favorite Sake!
Date:
20th Cent...
Category
20th Century Japanese Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
German Heisler 800 Silver, Pre World War II Era 5 Piece Coffee Tea Service Set
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
For your consideration we have this stunning European silver coffee and tea service set. It is a very elegant and timeless design complete with it's original serving tray.
Carl Hei...
Category
Early 20th Century German Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Vine Pattern Berry or Serving Spoon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Tiffany & Co. sterling silver serving or berry spoon.
With a gold wash to the bowl.
In the 'Vine' pattern with a conch shell shaped bowl and an embossed grape vine decorating the length of the handle.
Simply a great Tiffany serving spoon...
Category
20th Century American Art Nouveau Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
From a German Royal Household Large Serving-Plate 800/0 Silver Germany 1900
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautifully handcrafted serving-plate made of 800/0 Silver in Münster, Germany by Jewellers Osthues, circa 1900 will be an eyecatcher on any festive table.
The elegant rim is „D...
Category
Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Vintage Buccellati Sterling Silver Footed Bowl with Gilded Spoon
By Buccellati
Located in Troy, MI
Famed for jewelry and silver since the mid-18th century, Buccellati still produces in small workshops with skilled artisans considered the best in Italy. This vintage classical hand-...
Category
2010s Italian Revival Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1903 Nordic Empire Bowl solid Sterling Silver Cut Crystal Glass / 675gr
Located in SE
Fine solid Silver and cut crystal glass Bowl in Empire / Neoclassical style .
Swedish hallmarks confirming solid Silver 830- 925 alloy,maker is C.G Hallberg - a prominent Swedish go...
Category
Early 1900s Swedish Empire Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Set of 2 Sterling Silver Kiddush/Shot Cups with Engraving #21020
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 2 sterling silver kiddush/shot cups.
Monogram appears to be S (see photos).
Small cups with beautiful bright cut etched designs around the cup, including the Star of David.
...
Category
20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid 20th Century Iranian Persian Middle Eastern Hand Chased Silver Tray
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Persian silver tray with rounded corners. Imbued with intricate craftsmanship and adorned with delicate bird and foliate patterns, this silver tr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Champagne Bottle Cover, Pure Solid Silver, Works of Art, Hand Made, Italy, 2024
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
Explore the latest creation of Stefano Vigni, this unique champagne bottle K-OVER from our Work of Art collection. This new cover is telling us a love history divided in three diffe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Antique Gustav Klingert Imperial Russian Gilt Silver & Cloisonné Enamel Spoon
By Gustav Klingert
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Russian gilt silver & cloisonné enamel spoon.
By Gustav Klingert of Moscow Russia.
With a twisted handle and an enamel terminal.
The bowl is ...
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Black Starr & Frost Antique Fine Silver Overlay Crystal Decanter
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Magnificent antique cut crystal decanter with .999 fine silver overlay for Black Starr & Frost. This early century art nouveau style piece...
Category
1920s American Art Nouveau Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Dupont Vintage Lighter Gold-Plated and Blue Laque de Chine
By S.T. Dupont
Located in Bilbao, ES
Dupont Vintage Lighter Gold-Plated and Blue Laque de Chine
19700 1Yellow Gold St. Dupont Lighter, Heavy Gold Filled, Diamond Head Pattern, Made in Franc...
Category
1980s French Aesthetic Movement Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Gold Plate
Antique Small Silver Sunflower Spoon Galt Vintage Estate Classic Kitchenware
Located in Oakton, VA
Sunflower spoon (0.3 oz)
Category
1940s American Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Mid-Century Iced Tea Highball Spoon Straws
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Elevate your barware with this stunning set of four vintage sterling silver iced tea or highball drink stirrer straws from Tiffany & Co. Each spoon is 8.5" long and the concave mint...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Coquille Dishes
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Very nice set of five Tiffany & Co. small sterling silver coquille dishes made the first half 20th Century. Each piece stamped "Tiffany & Co Makers Sterling 22479."
PERIOD: First ha...
Category
Early 20th Century American Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mary Gage American Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver Lily Pad Napkin Ring
By Mary Gage
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful Arts and Crafts napkin ring.
By Mary Gage, the renowned early 20th Century American female silversmith.
In sterling silver with stylized lil pa...
Category
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Denmark Cactus Sterling Silver Napkin Ring 81A w/Mono #19423
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver napkin by Georg Jensen Denmark in the Cactus pattern, #81A, with monogram.
Monogram appears to be BB
Created by long-time Jensen designer Gunorph Albertus, the Cactus pattern was introduced in 1930 and features an Art Deco cactus blossom design. Hallmarks date this piece to circa 1925-32.
Measures approx 9/16" wide, opening measures approx 1 15/16" x 15/16"
Weighs approx 40.1g, 25.8dwt.
Marked GA GEORG JENSEN in crown topped dotted oval DENMARK STERLING GI 925S in dotted circle...
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique German Butter Knife of Paul L.E. von Kleist solid 835 Silver / 71gr
Located in SE
This is a German butter knife of fancy design with hand-engraved ornament on a Gilt blade and a richly decorated handle.
Made ca. 1900 -1920s it has hallmarks of M.H . Wilkens - a fa...
Category
1910s German Arts and Crafts Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
One-off Black Diamond and Pearl "Domino" Game set in 925 Solid Silver
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior by Manuel Rosas Contemporary "Domino" Draw Game manufactured in Solid Sterling Silver and setted with:
- 168 Black Diamonds with 33,27 ct;
- 1 pearl in the center of each piec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Black Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
By Hermès
Located in New York City, NY
Fine sterling silver pill box in the likeness of an Hermes Bolide bag, by Hermes. The box can be used in a multitude of ways: as a standard pillbox, a pendant, or as a charm. Almost 2 inches wide and approx. 30 grams in weight.
This Hermes pill box is a unique and luxurious accessory that pays homage to the iconic Hermes Bolide bag. Shaped like a miniature version of the famous Hermes Bolide bag, which is celebrated for its structured silhouette and distinctive closure. Hermes itself is a renowned French luxury brand known for its exquisite craftsmanship and timeless designs.
This particular piece, designed primarily as a pill box, can be used as a charm or pendant as well. It is crafted from sterling silver, which is highly prized for its durability and lustrous appearance. The sterling silver material provides a sleek and elegant backdrop for the intricate details of the Bolide bag pill box charm...
Category
Late 20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
1905 Pair of Candle Holders Neoclassical Corinthian Columns / 372 gr
Located in SE
A pair of 1905 Empire Styled solid Sterling Silver candlesticks.
Well ornamented neoclassical Corinthian columns decorated with crisp and detailed ribbon swags, garlands and acanthu...
Category
Early 1900s Swedish Classical Greek Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
1935 Art Deco British Adie Brothers Ltd Sterling Silver Spice Caster / 40gr
Located in SE
British Art Deco period Sterling Silver Spice Caster.
British hallmarks : A BROS LTD, Adie Brothers Ltd,city of Birmingham,specific letter " H " for the year 1935
The firm was inco...
Category
1930s English George III Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Set of 9 Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Vine Pattern Butter Pats
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An extremely rare set of sterling silver butter pats.
In the Vine pattern decorated with raised poppies and other flowers around the rim's edge.
By Tiffany & Co.
Monogrammed to t...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Modern Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
1900s Cherry Blossoms German solid coin Silver Cup /109 gr
Located in SE
Handsome old German Cup in solid Coin Silver with raised repouse ornament of a branch full of cherry blossoms and two letters AE or EA cypher.
This cup has...
Category
Early 1900s German Belle Époque Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
1915 Sterling Silver 3"X 2.25"X 1/2" Antique English Snuff & Pill Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique English Snuff & Pill Box
All original with very minor dents or scratches, weighting 31.9 grams Vintage English Snuff or Pill Box, in excellent condition considering 100 y...
Category
1910s British Art Nouveau Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Russian Silver Plate Samovar with Tray Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- The set is made out of silver plate with celluloid/ bone details
- The samovar features floral & geometric motifs
- The tray stamped with makers marks that are a little worn off (З...
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique and Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silver Plate
While early utensils were often shaped from clay, wood or bone, silversmiths later crafted flatware from precious metal. In the 19th century, mass production of electroplated flatware made silver utensils accessible to the middle class. Now, antique and vintage silver, flatware and silver-plate objects for dining and the home are heritage pieces reflecting this history of design.
Silver spoons were so prized in 15th-century England that people would travel with the valuable utensils. Forks in the 17th century were frequently made with steel and likewise only available to the upper class. Silver flatware continued to be produced in small workshops in the 18th century and was a luxury reserved for the elite. When George I came to the throne in 1714, the silver dining service — including plates, dishes, soup tureens, chargers and sauceboats — became all-important.
Innovative manufacturing techniques such as the electroplating process in the 19th century would transform silversmithing with industrialization. Sheffield plate was used from 1750 to 1880 and involved a fusion method to fabricate everything from knife handles to serveware. French industrial chemist Henri de Ruolz discovered a gilding and silver-plating process for metals in 1841, with the silver-like results so celebrated that Napoleon III ordered a 3,000-piece flatware set. The expansion of table service in the Victorian era also led to an increasing number of flatware and serving pieces in a canteen, or cutlery chest, all with specific uses, from toast forks to butter picks.
While affordable metal flatware is widely available today, historic brands including Gorham Manufacturing Company — whose legendary contribution to the history of silver making started in 1831 — and Christofle continue the tradition of silver and silver-plate flatware.
Browse 1stDibs for both antique and contemporary silver, flatware and silver-plate objects in a range of elegant designs to enhance your dining table.