British Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

This is a fine and rare pair of antique English Old Sheffield Plate, silver on copper, George III wine coolers, Circa 1780 in date. The very impressive and highly collectable pair o...

A fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver galleried tea tray; an addition to our antique silver teaware collection. This fine antique George V sterling silver tea tray has a rounded navette shaped form. The surface of the tray is plain and unembellished. The flared galleried border is embellished with pierced arch and vertical pale decoration accented with circular motifs to the elevating ends. The upper rim of the hallmarked galleried border is ornamented with a band of applied reed decoration. This impressive sterling silver tea tray incorporates a plain oval inset handle to either end, accented with a portion of pierced angular decoration to the nadir. The underside of this pierced silver gallery tray bears the retailer’s mark ‘D & J. Wellby Ltd, Garrick St, London’. Condition This antique tea tray...

Hallmarked in London in 1902 by the Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd. and likely designed by Kate Harris, this striking Edwardian antique sterling silver and glass claret jug is a s...

A classic and elegant pattern by one of the greatest Gilded Age Table Top makers Royal Doulton of England. This set of 12 plates feature their Robert Allen shape with a detailed rais...

Depicting an array of colorful flowers and fruit.

A classic hexagonal shaped Cellarette in fine flame mahogany. With brass banding and delicately chased brass lift fob and handles (lacking a key and in inside liner. Raised on thre...

Cruet set made by Daniel & Arter for Bailey Banks & Biddle. Here we are offering a beautiful & elegant late Victorian silver & hand-cut glass six bottle cruet in its original stand. This rare piece was made in Birmingham England, circa 1890-1900 by the maker's and silversmiths of Daniel & Arter. This set was retailed in America by the Bailey Banks & Biddle, a luxury company based in Philadelphia and New York City. Bailey Banks & Biddle Bailey Banks & Biddle is an American jewelry firm that formed in 1832 and quickly became a recognized leader in jewelry fashion. The firm developed a reputation for offering high quality, well-designed jewelry as evidenced by its commissions to design the first 40,000 Purple Hearts for the United States military as well as to create the Naval Academy and West Point class rings. Bailey Biddle & Banks, was originally known as Bailey & Kitchen. Was founded at 136 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, on September 20, 1832, by Joseph Trowbridge Bailey and Andrew B. Kitchen. This makes Bailey Banks & Biddle the Oldest Nationwide Jeweler in America and quickly became a recognized leader in the jewelry fashion. By the late 19th century, the firm’s reputation was solidified as one of the country’s leading jewelers and go-to source for all manner of fine things. The partnership was dissolved in November 1846. It was reformed with new partners as Bailey & Co. in 1841, and on March 1, 1878, again re-established as Bailey Banks & Biddle. From about 1852-1862, the company made its own silver; they were principally supplied by Taylor and Lawrie before 1852, and from about 1862-1870, by George B...

Golf Vesta case A round antique silver golfing match safe with striker on the bottom. The match holder is embossed with a golfing scene of a male golfer in his back swing watched by...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver drinks tray; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique George V ster...

A beautiful and elegant set of 8 silver plated Cafe Diable Spoons by Abercrombie & Fitch of England in their original cream colored satin and tan velvet lined case, circa 1915. They ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian English sterling silver coasters; part of our wine and drinks related silverware collection These exceptional antique Ge...

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...

An exceptional, fine and impressive large antique Victorian English sterling silver christening mug; part of our silver christening collection This antique Victorian silver christening mug has a circular, subtly tapering rounded form onto a circular spreading foot. The body of the mug is embellished with exceptional embossed and chased decorated angel/putto* head designs, accented with wing motifs to the nadir. The body of this large mug is further ornamented with large ribbon bow motifs and floral festoons, encompassing the aforementioned portrait designs, all within an arabesque band and matte background. The decoration to the body incorporates a vacant shaped cartouche to the anterior. The lower portion of this Victorian silver christening mug is encompassed with a plain applied girdle, above further chased floral designs within a shaped-scalloped border. This mug is fitted with a cast silver angular handle with leaf decorated bifurcating terminals, in addition to impressive ribbon and leaf ornamentation to the upper portion of the handpiece. This exceptional example of Victorian silverware retains the original gilding. This impressive antique silver mug is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire. * In art and culture, a putto (plural: putti) is a chubby male child, usually nude and occasionally bearing wings. Condition This antique christening mug...

This is a very good antique Desert Plate or Junket Dish, made by the Derby factory, hand painted and gilded in a very beautiful Imari gilded Pattern, during the reign of George 111 i...

A fabulous and monumental silver plate three part mirrored plateau with foliate and shell decorated border, supported by eagle feet. The sections are held together by metal pins (one...

Hallmarked in London in 1782 by Hester Bateman, this charming and very rare, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Saffron Pot, stands on four feet, and features Neoclassical st...

Air twist engraved with jacobite flowers

A mid century vintage pewter and mixed metal ice bucket in the form of a Renaissance knight’s helmet.

Hallmarked in London in 1872 by William Edwards, this fine Victorian sterling silver and glass claret jug features a tapering glass body with a bulbous base, engraved with delicate f...

Wonderful Set Of 9 Royal Daulton English Raised Gold Encrusted Salad / Dessert Plates. Each Stamped Royal Doulton England And Gilman Collamore & Co. O...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver two-handled tea tray by Thomas Bradbury & Sons; part of our silverware collection This exceptional antique George V sterling silver tea tray has an oval shaped form. The surface of this silver tray is plain and unembellished. The raised rounded Chippendale style border of the tray is encompassed with applied moulded decoration to the shaped rim. This antique silver tray is fitted with a fine pair of twin sterling silver handles ornamented with further applied moulded decoration paralleling the incurved shaped handpieces. Condition This antique tea tray...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver coffee pot made by John Hunt & Robert Roskell; part of our silver teaware collection This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver coffee pot...

Pair of English porcelain Bengal tiger pattern fruit coolers, liners and covers, chamberlain Worcester, circa 1820.

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver gallery tea tray; an addition to our silver tray collection. This exceptional antique George V sterling silver tray has a rectangular rounded form. The surface of this sterling silver gallery tray is plain and unembellished. The impressive deep gallery border is ornamented with pierced decorated vertical geometric baluster style designs. The rim of the gallery is embellished with an applied reed decorated border. This antique silver tray is fitted with a pair of sterling silver handles embellished with scrolling leaf decoration to the terminals. The tray is supported by four impressive bun style feet. This exceptional tray is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire. Such exceptional trays with deep gallery borders are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition This antique George V silver tray...

This is very good porcelain Trio of Coffee Can, Tea Cup and Saucer in a beautiful hand painted & hand gilded Regency period pattern, from the private collection of Lord and Lady ...

This pair of antique covered sauce tureens were made by the Thomas Bradbury and Sons of England and date to approximately 1900 and done in the period Ed...

This is a large antique presentation tray. An English, silver plated afternoon tea platter, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Exceptional proportion and delightfully ...

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1921 by Hukin & Heath, this stylish pair of George V period, Antique Glass & Sterling Silver Decanters, are in the art deco taste, with square bodies and ...

Exceptional Antique English Davenport Ironstone Hand Painted Imari Decor "Bamboo & Peony" pattern large Covered Vegetable Tureen or Entree Dish in the most spectacular jewel tones. This "Chinoise" pattern is one of the most gorgeous patterns ever seen on English ironstone and Davenport has been making porcelain and ironstone since the late 18th century and has been Royal Warranted for over 200 years. Please note the rich cobalt blue and gilt finial handle on the lid and the decoration which is not only richly on the lid but in the interior of the base of the tureen as well. A rare pattern seldom seen. (This specific tureen is unmarked but was part of a much larger dinner service which did have the "Davenport Stone China...

Royal Worcester Majolica posy holder which features a dolphin supporting a shell on it's tail. Colouration: green, cream, red, are predominant. The piece b...

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver goblets; an addition to our range of wine and drink related silverware. These exceptional vintage sterling silver goblets have a flared bell shaped form supported by a plain paneled pedestal to a circular domed spreading foot. The surface of each solid silver goblet...

This exquisite vintage tray from the storied English porcelain house of Coalport is a masterclass in traditional British craftsmanship. Part of the sought-after "Majestic" collection...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique English sterling silver and glass biscuit box in the Arts and Crafts style; an addition to our diverse silver box collection. This exce...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English cast sterling silver three piece condiment set in the form of pigs; an addition to our novelty silver cruets/condi...

Mintons, England. Three antique dishes in hand-painted faience. Chinese style, early 20th century. Largest measures: 42 x 34 cm. In excellent conditio...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English sterling silver wine goblet; an addition to our Georgian wine and d...

Spode Porcelain Hand-painted Rose Plate, English, 19th Century Marked underside 2/183 in yellow From a Private Collection in Manhattan. Good overall condi...

Hallmarked in London in 1882 by Daniel & Charles Houle, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Kettle, features a cast stand wh...

English Burl walnut and figural cherub wedge-wood hinged letter box with compartmentalized fitted interior, locking mechanism with key, decorative circular rope motif, and original e...

A magnificent, fine and impressive, large antique Edwardian English sterling silver cup & cover; an addition to our antique presentation silverware collection. This magnificent and large antique Edwardian sterling silver presentation cup and cover has a Campania shaped form onto a circular spreading pedestal foot. The lower bulbous portion of the silver cup is encircled with chased fluted ornamentation. Either side of the plain upper portion of the body of this cup is embellished with an exceptional and large applied ribbon tied laurel branch wreath, replicating the border of a classic cartouche. This impressive Edwardian presentation cup retains the impressive, original hallmarked push fit cover surmounted with an exceptional, fine and impressive cast sterling silver overlapping leaf and bud style finial. The rim of this substantial cover is encompassed with an impressive applied egg and dart decorated border. This antique cup and cover is fitted with two very impressive cast sterling silver handles modelled in the form of conjoined snakes, above a figural mask and Caduceus. The pedestal is encompassed with a shaped alternating leaf decorated knop to the upper portion in junction with the body. The circular domed spreading foot is encircled with a further band of chased fluted ornamentation. Such large examples are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Caduceus (otherwise known as herald's staff/?????e??? kerukeion) is a staff entwined with two serpents and surmounted by a pair of wings. This staff is carried by Hermes in Greek...

A set of six English cut glass tumbers of good weight, in perfect condition.

Set of 12 English Victorian white porcelain dinner plates with gold edge and individual flower center (Royal Worcester) (PRICED AS SET)

This antique Victorian sterling silver wine goblet is simply charming. It has a wonderful engraving of a stalking dog to the front, very detailed it appears to be a retriever type...

English Victorian four piece pewter tea set with two carafes, a sugar bowl, and cream pitcher.  

Davenport porcelain is sometimes overlooked by more well-known porcelain manufacturers like Derby, Coalport or Worcester, to name a few, but it is our belief that the Davenport factory in the late 18th and throughout the 19th century made some of the most exquisitely decorated porcelain pieces. And this Cabaret or Dejeuner Tray...

Hallmarked in London in 1896 by William Hutton & Sons Ltd., this attractive set of 6, Antique, Victorian Sterling Silver Napkin Rings, are oval in shape, and feature engraved decorat...

A scarce sea-side themed rustic English majolica asparagus cradle with an attached under tray, maker unknown, circa late 19th century. A ribboned bunch of asparagus makes up the pie...

This is an antique public house tankard. An English pewter and brass quart jug, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. A characterful and authentic example, rich in social history and traditional pub measure detail. A fine example of period tavern ware with classic quart form and a robust, tactile presence Displays a desirable aged patina with a gently time-worn appearance Polished brass rim presents subtle golden tones, contrasting with the weathered pewter Broad, comfortable handle with a distinctive serpentine form Fascia hand engraved, appearing to read Imperial Standard Replete with official Quart markings for public house measures Features the Victorian cypher, with later Edwardian verification marks The base engraved with reference to the White Lion public house, Brighton Formerly of Queen's Road, the pub operated between 1790 and 1973 A fascinating piece of licensed trade history, this antique public house tankard is Ideal for collectors of brewing or pub memorabilia...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver cockatoo pepperette; an addition to our collection of antique novelty silverware. This exceptiona...

This is a very large ( 1.5 litre) high quality ship's decanter, having an engraved image of a square rigger ship with a wide base made from heavy lead cryst...

A magnificent Antique Scottish Silver Pair of Silver Mounted Ram's Horn Desk Set / Mess Hall Centrepieces comprising of an Inkwell and a traditional Snuff Mull. Each Horn has a Silve...

Marked: London, 1896. Maker: J.N. Mappin.

Antique late 19th Century Victorian very rare solid silver set of four menu holders, each holder modelled as golf players. Each menu holder is Hallmarked English silver (925 Standard...

A superb Coalport ‘bat wing’ pattern tea service, circa 1910 in date. The set is superbly painted with flowers between cobalt blue borders heightened with raised gilt and with strik...

Hallmarked in London in 1904 by Charles Boyton & Sons, this elegant Edwardian antique sterling silver cup is of a classic urn form, standing on a flared circular foot. The cup fe...

Very rare and unusual set of 12 Wedgwood dragon decorated plates from the second half of the 19th century. Good condition. No apparent repairs. A tiny ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver card case made by Nathaniel Mills; an addition to our range of collectable silverware This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver card case has a rectangular shaped form. The surface of this collectable card case is embellished with fine and impressive chased and embossed scrolling leaf and floral decoration on a matte background. The anterior surface of the case incorporates the Scott Monument depicted in relief. The decoration to the reverse of the case incorporates a shaped, scroll bordered cartouche displaying the contemporary engraved initals 'MVFT'. The shaped sides of this piece are embellished with plain scrolling borders. This antique silver card case...

Pair of fruit spoons designed by Thomas Wilkes Barker in 1825. Gorgeous pair of antique Georgian fruit spoons in mint condition. They was created in London England at the atelier ...

Pair Antique English Sheffield Silver-Plate Neo-Classical Greek Key Design Wine Coolers, Circa 1885-1895.

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George VI English sterling silver and enamel three piece dressing table set; part of our silverware collection. This impressive antique George V sterling silver and enamel dressing table set consists of a hand mirror, hair brush and clothes brush. Each piece of this ladies dressing table set is embellished with an exceptional panel of white guilloche enamel, accented with a repetitive blue geometric diaper pattern with gold lobed motifs to each incurve. The sterling silver body of each piece is embellished with embossed scrolling leaf designs to the upper and lower portions. The antique hand mirror and hair brush have an arched shaped form to a rounded handle; each piece bears further scrolling leaf ornamentation to the lower corners of the arched sections. The handles of the hair brush and hand mirror are ornamented with an impressive panel of solid blue guilloche enamel. The rounded sides and anterior surface of this impressive mirror are plain and unembellished. The mirror retains its original shaped bevelled glass. The clothes brush has an elongated oval shaped form, with a sterling silver hallmarked handle. Each brush bears the engraved markings 'Pure Bristle' and retains the original authentic horse hair bristles. Condition: This antique enamel dressing table set is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Each piece has been has been professionally polished. The horse hair bristles to the brushes are in exceptional condition and have seen little sign of use or wear. The enamel panels are in perfect condition. Full hallmarks struck to the rim of each brush and surface of the mirror are very clear; the hallmarks to the mirror have wear in keeping with age and location but remain legible. Dimensions: Hand Mirror length 28.5 cm / 11.2" width 9.1 cm/ 3.6" length of handle 13.5 cm / 5.3" height 1.5 cm / 0.6" Hair Brush: length 24.5 cm / 9.6" width 7.3 cm / 2.9" ength of handle 12.5 cm / 4.9" height 4.6 cm / 1.8" Clothes Brush: length 15.5 cm / 6.1" width 3.6 cm / 1.4" height 3.4 cm / 1.3" Maker: Albert Carter Date: 1938 Origin: Birmingham, England. Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique dressing table set.