England - Barware

A magnificent English Victorian triple spirit barrel affixed to a working cart which would be used to travel down the dining table. Each of the barrels retains its bucket / pail m...

A perforated steel bottle holder by Mathieu Matégot made by Les Ateliers Matégot documented in the book “Mathieu Matégot” Galerie Jousse entreprise 2003 ISBN : 2-9518449-1-3

Superb quality pair of antique Edwardian cut glass decanters with silver mounts having the original cut glass stoppers, hallmarked solid silver mounts on a quality pair of shaped cut...

A cute size and original 1930's German Art Deco tray featuring a lovely reverse painted design on glass. Condition is very good, no damage, minor signs of age. Very distinctive Deco ...

A WMF silver plated crystal lemonade / cocktail jug engraved with circle motifs. Mounted with a hinged silver plated lid and handle that opens to reveal t...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this custom made pair of Champagne Buckets which are part of a suite of Hermes Paris “Farming” Kelly picnic equipment, Barenia Edition, custom made to order for Lady Victoria De Rothschild in 2015. This sale is for the pair of Champagne coolers only, the pair of Wine coolers and pair of Pitcher jugs are listed separately and can be found under my other items for sale. Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price These are the only examples in the world of this particular picnic set, they were made to order from Lady Victoria de Rothschild in 2015, purchased by myself at the estate sale after her passing. Each piece is expertly crafted to the finest standard by the genius’s that are Hermes Paris, the wicker has been finely woven and houses perfectly polished chrome cases, the handles are hand stitched and signed Hermes Paris in leather. The wine coolers come complete with four cooler bottles which can be frozen Each piece of chrome has been professionally restored and polished to the highest standards by Penhaligan Silverwear LTD London in cooperation with Strong and Woodhatch. Dimensions Height:- 12.5cm Width and depth:- 15.9cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point. Victoria, Lady de Rothschild (1949-2021 Victoria was born and spent her formative years in the sunshine of Florida; the warm rays and the life-style of Palm Beach brought her a freedom of spirit that remained with her throughout her life and informed and shaped her taste. Later the family moved to Manhattan; her mother, Marcia Lou Whitney Schott, was a woman of great poise and style and remained a huge and lasting inspiration to her daughter. After coming to London, as a young adult, to dip her toe into British culture, she went back to the US and gained a degree in economics at Trinity College Hartford. Three years later, through mutual friends she met and married Sir Evelyn de Rothschild. They returned to the UK and made their homes in London and in the Rothschild family house in Buckinghamshire; Victoria bringing to the formal landscape of these two houses a transatlantic chic and her own particular quiet exoticism. The history of collecting in the Rothschild family is meticulously documented and was well known to Victoria, it was music to her ears. She continued the tradition and over a period of 40 years gathered together a remarkable and eclectic collection of furniture, glass, china, silver and jewellery. She bought instinctively and decisively; in later years the collection was curated by her great friend, decorator and dress designer, Tomasz Starzewski. There was nothing that Victoria enjoyed more than entertaining her friends and giving them exquisitely wrapped presents. In her last flat, she had a room entirely set aside for present wrapping. It was here that she kept exotic Japanese tissue papers in graded shades, antique rolls of striped ribbons and haute couture silk ones, ready for when a friend had a birthday. Entertaining remained one of her greatest pleasures, and she did this on two levels: the very large dinners for 200 or 250 people, to the more intimate events for family, friends, children and grandchildren. Whatever the circumstances, like an impresario rising to the challenge, she would set to work, with an awesome attention to detail that seemed effortless; she was brimming full of ideas. I remember in particular one birthday dinner when the ceiling of the dining room was covered with hovering aubergine coloured balloons, echoing the violet napkins below. Her large-scale entertainments were memorable; there was an anniversary dinner at Lords Cricket Ground, where the tablecloths were made of white cricket flannel and boiled brisket was served, so simple, witty, understated, whilst Rory Bremner provided the cabaret. On the occasion of her daughter’s 21st birthday, she transformed the Royal College of Art into a replica of the 20th century nightclub ‘El Morocco’ in New York for the evening, with Manhattan taxis waiting outside to take the guests home. Victoria’s greatest talent however was in creating tablescapes. This was almost like choreography, and there was always an element of the unexpected. The starting point was a textured fabric - her version of a tablecloth - be it a woven Kente from Ghana, a patchwork quilted sari from India, or a gossamer light runner; the variety of texture and colour enthralled her. She would lay the table, instinctively moving glass, silver, porcelain and flowers around, embellishing, intermingling traditional and contemporary, searching for a harmony that lived up to her own perfectionism. At times she would choose her favourite 18th century Chantilly porcelain plates - even when there were children present - with delicate blue sprays, surrounding a centrepiece of fifteen to twenty Chinese tulip vases. There were never side plates or bread knives - it was a pared down aesthetic, not an excessive one. White Murano goblets and Georg Jensen contemporary silver pitchers would add sparkle and freshness; the result looked like a 16th century Dutch still life. At other events, the table would become a playful study in the juxtaposition of colour, using her gently multi coloured 50’s retro plates, Balinese silver rimmed lacquered bowls and glass tutti-frutti tumblers, made by the Rothschilds’ cousins, the Brandolinis, in Venice. The drinks trays in all her houses will stay in my memory for many years to come. Victoria’s signature Baccarat decanters would stand proud; around them a cluster of delicate early 20th century glasses engraved with the Rothschild crest...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian English sterling silver goblet; an addition to our collection of wine and drinks related silverware. This exceptional antique Victorian silver goblet, in sterling standard, has a circular bell shaped form onto a knopped stem and circular spreading foot. The body of this silver goblet is embellished with bright cut engraved foliate and floral festoons suspended from ribbon bow motifs. The upper portion of this sterling silver goblet is encompassed with bright cut engraved layered leaf decorated border. The foot is ornamented with further bright cut engraved simplified leaf decorated border, reflecting the design to the rim. Condition This antique Victorian silver goblet is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The goblet has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. The bright cut engraved decoration is very crisp. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the goblet are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Dimensions Diameter of rim: 6.9cm / 2.7" Diameter of base: 6.3cm / 2.5" Height: 12.2cm / 4.8" Weight 3.6 troy ounces/113g Maker: H J Lias & Son (Henry John Lias...

For your consideration is this totally authentic 1930s Art Deco serving tray with a great modernist feel. The chrome surround and handles support an ea...

This is a fantastic and hard-to-find drinks set: a group of Gucci-attributed silver plated hunting themed stirrup cups on a hunting themed silver plated tray, made in Italy in the 19...

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1913 by George Unite, this very handsome, antique sterling silver beaker, is collapsible and plain in style,...

Hallmarked in London in 1856 by Joseph Angell II, this attractive, Victorian, antique sterling silver goblet, features engraved decoratio...

Very high quality, very striking looking 1930's Art Deco Czech glass decanter set. Features a classic shape crystal decanter with stopper and six ...

Antique Travelling German Cocktail set in original leather case, Date Circa 1920 by D R G M. Made in Germany This piece is in good condition Including all the interior fittings which comprise of 4 shot cups, Lemon Squeezer, support holder and 2 large Beakers, which make up the Cocktail Shaker. All pieces marked D G R M made in Germany. Dimensions; H 4 1/4” W3” H 11 cm W 7.25 cm The case does appear to have some stitching replaced on the lid Also showing below a rare item which is available on my 1stdibs storefront A Novelty German Smokers...

A Gilt-Bronze and Cut-Glass Pagoda Form Cave à Liqueur, Attributed to Baccarat. The shaped gilt bronze case finely cast with egg and dart moulding, acanthus fronds and musical tr...

A very smart large serving / drinks tray; more usually found with silver plated fittings, this grand tray is fitted with solid English silver fittings fully hallmarked for Birmingham...

A stunning match striker made from clear glass and decorated with spun red ribs and cut. The mounted match holder is made from solid English sterling silver fully hallmarked for Birm...

An exceptional, fine and impressive 17th century German silver Beaker made in Augsburg; part of our continental silverware collection This exceptional antique 17th century silver beaker...

A pair of excellent Antique George III Solid Silver Pint Mugs in a classic Georgian style. The Tankards each stand on a spread pedestal foot and each has a gilded interior. Both Mugs have a small crest engraved opposite the handle. These Mugs have a lovely patina commensurate with age. Made in London, England in 1780 by Thomas Whipham...

A truly magnificent drinks / decanter box made from exotic Coromandel mounted with polished brass mounts inset with a plethora of different kinds of cabochon cut and polished onyx st...

A 1950s Cesare Lacca brass and black lacquer bar trolley with removable brass tray and "Mod. Dep. (Depositato) Made in Italy" original label with original brass castors.

A very handsome late Victorian two-handled loving cup made from solid English Oak with silver plated fittings. The piece is signed by the Birmingham silversmith, Thomas Harwood & Sons, this mark dating the piece to pre-1896, Victorian in era. Perfect for a red wine coaster...

A stunning large antique English circular drinks tray made in silver plate by the top notch silversmith, Elkington and Co.; fully marked on the underside. Being Elkington, we are abl...

Extremely stylish Art Deco 1930s crystal glass decanter set which comes with six matching glasses and decanter with stopper, the whole being heavily enameled with geometric floral decoration. Made and designed by Karl Palda in the 1930s by the Haida-Steinschönau Glass School, Bohemia. Karel Palda...

Hallmarked in London in 1926 by George Betjemann & Sons, this handsome, George V period, Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker, is plain in design, and of traditional form. The cocktail sh...

This is a very good, tall, English George 11nd period, hand blown wine drinking glass, dating to the George II period of the mid-18th century, circa 1750. These 18th century hand blown drinking...

A Fine Napoleon III Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid and Marquetry Drinks Box Of serpentine rectangular form, veneered primarily with burr yew, and tulipwood crossbanding, thuya wood, ebony and mother-of-pearl inlays, the hinged lid set with a mirror on the inside; a mechanism allowing the glass drinks set to rise in tandem with the lid, with four engraved and gilt decanters...

A Tour-de-Force carved oak barrel drinks set Composed of four barrels and two carafes, with twelve silver gilt and oak glasses from the silversmith Odile Lamy, the entire set rest...

Rarely found and highly sought-after ice bucket in English Oak in the form of a coopered bucket bound with silverplated banding with quality screwed construction. The interior is lu...

Art Deco Circa 1925 The Tantalus modelled with two hand-cut decanters locked into place by a silver plate frame. The frame with loop handle to the top ...

A magnificent and rare Art Deco Champagne bucket made from silver plate with stunning turned Maccassar wood handles. Just back from our silversmith's workshop, it has been professionally cleaned and polished, restoring it to it's former glory; dating to c.1930's / 1940's. Fully marked on the underside for the world famous Orfevrerie Christofle...

Original French wonderful novelty cocktail stick set. Features 6 chrome picks with cherry red bakelite handles. There are twelve in total creating a radial effect. The stand is waln...

A stunning antique English silver plated cocktail or drinks tray made by the top-notch London silversmith "Goldsmiths' and Silversmiths' Company at 112 Regent Street, London; signed on the understand. This stylish tray stands on four attractive feet and is decorated with a beautiful engraved design. Just back from our silversmith's workshop where it has been professionally cleaned and polished, restoring it to it's former glory. Dating to c.1920, it remains in superb condition measuring 14" x 9 1/2" x 1/2". In 1880 William Gibson and John Lawrence Langman acquired premises at 112, Regent Street, London and founded The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company. The firm produced a wide range of items from solid silver tableware and cutlery, jewellery and watches to electroplaters, trophies and surgical instruments. In 1898 the expanded and well-known firm became a limited company and added "Ltd" to its name. The abundant advertising activity of The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd left numerous illustrations of their products. The company also became a distinguished dealer in diamonds and precious stones and a popular retailer of items by other silversmiths such as Harrison Brothers & Howson, William Comyns, Martin Hall & Co Ltd, W&G Sissons, among others. The company's artworks received acclaim at a number of international exhibitions from the 1880s through to the early 1900s. Thus the magnificent Rococo silver tea and coffee set, excellent diamond jewellery and Art Nouveau silver toilet set...

A striking large French silver plated cocktail shaker, Art Deco in era, circa 1940. Marked on the underside "Metal Argente" or Silver Plate. Just back from our silversmith's work...

A very smart vintage silver plated cocktail shaker, an unusual shape and a good size. Just returned from our silversmith's workshop, where it has been professionally cleaned and p...

Original French wonderful novelty cocktail pick set unsigned by SUDRE. These sets are very rare and sought after, dating from the 1930s. A two dimensional coloured aluminium French m...

This is an antique decorative champagne corkscrew. A German, white metal and brass multi tool with Jules Mumm branding, dating to the early 20th century, ci...

A pair of Victorian green mells decanters engraved fruiting vine with cork stoppers labelled Port and Whiskey. England, 1880.

This is a superb hand-blown example of an Irish made, mid-Georgian, cordial wine drinking glass with a thick double series opaque twist (DSOT) stem, dating from the middle of the 18th century, circa 1765 to 1770. These glasses are very collectable. It is made from English lead glass which is relatively heavy and has a soft grey colour, with slight age related wear as expected with over 200 years of use. The glass has the usual striations, inclusions and tiny bubbles you would expect to see in 18th Century glass, which gives these glasses their unique charm. This glass has a bucket bowl which sits on a tall, unusually thick, double series opaque or cotton twist...

A magnificent, fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian English sterling silver wine coolers made by Paul Storr; an addition to our antique wine and drink related silverware collection These magnificent antique George III sterling silver wine coolers have a classic campania shaped form onto a plain knopped pedestal and domed circular spreading foot. The surface of the upper portion of each body is plain and embellished with two large applied tied oak leaf wreath cartouches, one side bears the contemporary bright cut engraved coat of arms* depicting a pile engrailed with three cross-crosslet fitchy, all surmounted with the crest displaying a cock's head. The second cartouche on each holder bears the contemporary bright cut engraved presentation inscription 'Given to William Rigden, In Remembrance of William Galdork, by W.H.B'. These silver wine bottle holders each have an applied moulded decorated border to the flared rim. The lower bulbous portion of each wine cooler is encompassed with exceptional chased fluted decoration below an applied ribbed border. Each wine cooler is supported by a domed circular spreading foot embellished with a chased egg decorated border and a plain collet style rim. This exceptional pair of Georgian wine coolers were crafted by the renowned and important London silversmith Paul Storr. * This coat of arms pertains to the Rigden/Rigdon family. Condition These antique silver wine bottle holders...

Very high quality, very striking looking 1930's Art Deco Czech glass decanter set. Features a classic shape crystal decanter with stopper and six decent sized glass tumblers . The wh...

A delightful addition to the dining table or fireside - especially at Christmas! This nutcracker was crafted in Britain from iron and steel and is operated by simply lifting and low...

Silver Hip Flask. A beautiful gentleman's curved body pocket silver spirit hip flask. This hip flask with plain domed hinged lid with screw bayonet fitting, hallmarked London. We bel...

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver punch bowl and matching drinking goblets made by CJ Vander Ltd; an addition ...

Beautiful Faux bamboo wine rack in nickel. Holds four 8cm width bottles

A fabulous ceramic whisky flask or carafe, beautifully made with the body imitating basket weave with a life-like twisted rope border and handle. The l...

We are delighted to offer for sale this extremely rare and highly collectable, finest quality, HM Stamped, Asprey London solid Sterling Silver & Gold Gilt 1983 Decanter set complete with base and six goblets, by Appointment to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II This is without exaggeration the finest sterling silver suite...

This is a good handblown, English, Georgian, 'Balustroid' wine drinking glass, dating from the middle of the 18th century, George XI period, circa 1740. It is made from English lead...

Stunning quality antique Victorian glass decanter having a fantastic quality antique Victorian glass decanter with a wavy top, a shaped handle ...

A wonderful deep-coloured cobalt blue carafe, flask or decanter from Danish glassmaker - Holmegaard Glasværk's "Viking" series. The glass around the neck is iridescent in colour. D...

A Fine Drinks Box retailed by Spiers of Oxford. Constructed in coromandel, dressed with gothic style bronze handles, and cabochon Tiger's Eye gemstones to the top; opening to reveal two hinged side wings each housing two wine glasses, with the central section housing four conforming glasses and three cut glass decanters, and a vermeil circular serving tray...

Dating to the Art Deco Period From our Decanter collection, we are pleased to offer this Rare Novelty Glass Tyre Decanter. The decanter of oval shape with a central hole formed in g...

Very high quality, very striking looking 1930s Art Deco Czech glass decanter set. Features a Classic shape crystal decanter with stopper and six decent sized glass tumblers. The whol...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver gilt goblet; an addition to our wine and drinks related silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver gilt goblet has a circular bell shaped form onto a knopped pedestal and circular spreading foot, in the classic pineapple style. The body of this impressive antique silver goblet is composed of chased and embossed lozenge shaped convex panels, replicating the fruitlets/spikes of a pineapple, each ornamented with a quatrefoil-floral design. The decoration to the body incorporates an impressive quatrefoil shaped cartouche displaying the contemporary engraved monogram initials 'HM'. The upper rim is encompassed with an applied band of bead decoration. The waisted pedestal features a circular knop to the centre encircled with further floral motifs. The circular spreading foot is encompassed with a continuation of segmented lozenge panels, reflecting that of the body. This sterling silver goblet retains the original gilding; the gilding to the exterior of the goblet has worn with age in a sympathetic fashion. Condition This antique 1800s silver gilt goblet is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of this Victorian silver goblet...

A pair of large glass and silver wine coasters by Frank M Whiting & co. Minor scratches and patination to the silver otherwise in good original conditi...

Create your very own unique blend of whisky, crafted to perfection. Skilfully balanced blends from oak casks to our exquisite brandy/whisky warmer, bringing o...

Featuring a Fan Shaped Body & Decanter From our Decanter collection, we are delighted to offer this Art Deco Decanter. The Decanter with a wide tapered body with faceted faces surmo...

A slice and flute cut glass spirit decanter engraved with the prince of Wales feathers fitted with target stopper. England, circa 1795.

Midcentury Val St Lambert crystal and gold-plated cocktail ice bucket, barware, Belgium, 1950s. A beautifully cut crystal ice bucket, made in Belgium by the prestigious house Val ...