Standing for traditional hand made craftsmanship, and against industrialised mass production, the Arts & Crafts movement, which began in Britain, took inspiration from medieval, and romantic designs. Inspired by the ideas of Pugin, Ruskin & Morris, silverware produced in this period is incredibly popular amongst collectors today.
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Hallmarked in Glasgow in 1908 by James Weir, this very handsome, Antique, Sterling Silver Child's Set, comprises a bowl and spoon, presented in the original box, and in the arts and crafts taste. The bowl measures 7"(18cm) in diameter, and the spoon measures 5.75"(14.5cm) in length. Together they weigh 6.4 troy ounces.
The box measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 10.75"(27.5cm) wide, by 9.5"(24cm) deep.
£465
Hallmarked in London in 1904 by Charles Edwards, this stylish set of 4 Antique Sterling Silver Salt Cellars, are in the Arts & Crafts taste, and are presented in their original box with 4 salt spoons. Each salt cellar measures 1.25"(3cm) tall, by 2.75"(7cm) in diameter, and the spoons measure 2.75"(7cm) in length. Together the set weighs 9.8 troy ounces.
£795
Hallmarked in London in 1928 by Amy Sandheim, this attractive, George V period, Sterling Silver Christening Mug, is in the arts & crafts taste, featuring a hammered finish and a flared rim to the body, with ball decoration to the base, and an engraved signature underneath. The christening mug measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, and weighs 3.41 troy ounces.
£795
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1913 by Walker & Hall, this stylish, 5 piece, Antique, Sterling Silver Condiment Set, is presented in its original box, and is in the Arts & Crafts taste. Each pepper pot measures 3.25"(8cm) tall, the mustard pot measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, and the salt cellar measures 2.25"(6cm) in diameter.
£875
Hallmarked in London in 1911 by Vander & Hedges (later Tessiers Ltd.), this striking, George V, Antique Britannia Standard Silver Porringer, has been beautifully hand crafted and features cur card decoration around the base and lid, scroll handles to the side, and a serpent handle to the lid. The porringer measures 3.5"(8.5cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) from handle to handle, by 3.5"(9cm) in diameter and weighs 13.2 troy ounces.
£925
Hallmarked in London in 1937 by R. E. Stone and engraved to the base with his signature, this delightful, Sterling Silver Quaich & Spoon Set, has pierced decoration to the handles, a hammered finish typical of the Arts and Crafts movement, and is presented in the original box. The quaich measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) from handle to handle, and the spoon measures 6"(15cm) in length. Together the set weighs 7. 5 troy ounces.
£975
Hallmarked in London in 1905 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this stylish set of 6, Antique, Edwardian Sterling Silver Tot Cups, are in the arts and crafts taste. Each tot cup measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 2.5"(6cm) from handle to handle, by 1.5"(4cm) deep, and the set together weigh 6.3 troy ounces.
The box measures 2.5"(6.5cm) tall, by 9.75"(25cm) wide, by 6.25"(16cm) deep.
£1,175
Hallmarked in London in 1936 by Frances Charlotte Harling, this attractive, George VI period, Sterling Silver Teapot, is in the arts and crafts taste, with a hammered finish, and a Celtic band around the centre. The teapot measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) from handle to spout, by 5.5"(14cm) in diameter and weighs 18.81 troy ounces.
£1,375
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1914 by Liberty & Co., this stunning, Antique Sterling Silver Teapot, is in the Arts & Crafts style, and features a hammered finish and a wooden handle and finial. The teapot measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) from handle to spout, by 5"(12.5cm) in diameter and weighs 20.4 troy ounces.
£1,575
Hallmarked in London in 1934 by Omar Ramsden, this very handsome, Sterling Silver Dish, is in the Arts & Crafts taste, with a shaped border. The dish is engraved Omar Ramsden Me Fecit, and measures 6.75"(17cm) in diameter. It weighs 9 troy ounces.
£1,575
Hallmarked in London in 1929 by H. G. Murphy, this stylish set of 6 Sterling Silver Napkin Rings, are all of differing designs, and are presented in their original box. Each napkin ring measures 0.25"(0.75cm) tall, by 1.75"(4.5cm) in diameter, and together weigh 2.9 troy ounces.
The box measures 2.25"(6cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) wide, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep.
£1,695
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1924 by A. E. Jones, this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Bowl, is in the arts and crafts taste, with a hammered finish and cast and applied grape and vine detailing. The bowl measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) in diameter, and weighs 22.08 troy ounces.
£1,875
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1911 by Duchess Millicent Sutherland, and made by the Duchess of Sutherlands Cripples Guild, this handsome, and very rare, Antique Sterling Silver Milk Jug is a fine example of Arts & Crafts style, with a scroll handle and a hand hammered body. The water jug measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 8"(20cm) from handle to spout, by 4.5"(11cm) deep and weighs 12.8 troy ounces. The milk jug is referenced in the 1910 D.S.C.G. exhibition catalogue as 'Design 423 - Milk Jug Temp George III' and notated as 'From a model lent by Basil Oxenden Esq.'
£1,975
Hallmarked in London in 1936 by Charles Boyton, this very stylish, Sterling Silver Mug, shows both Arts & Crafts and Art Deco influences, standing on a square base, and featuring a hand hammered finish, and loop handle, and carrying the makers facsimile signature on the base. The mug measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) from handle to side, by 3.25"(8.5cm) deep and weighs a substantial feeling 12.7 troy ounces.
£2,175
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1931 by Liberty & Co., this attractive, Sterling Silver Plate or Serving Tray, features a hammered finished, and a charming arts and crafts influenced border. The plate measures 14.75"(37.5cm) in diameter, and weighs 35 troy ounces.
£2,295
Hallmarked in London in 1900 by Liberty & Co., this fantastic, and collectible, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Bowl, has true Arts & Crafts style, featuring an attractive chased design to the body and scroll legs. The bowl measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) in diameter and weighs 7 troy ounces.
£2,575
Hallmarked in London in 1917 by Omar Ramsden, this magnificent, Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, is in the Arts & Crafts style, featuring a hand hammered finish, intricate decoration between the bowl and stem, and is engraved "Omar Ramsden Me Fecit" to the base. The goblet measures 7"(17.5cm) tall, by 3.25"(8.5cm) in diameter and weighs 5.8 troy ounces.
£2,795
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1901 by Liberty & Co, this rare pair of Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the collectible 'Cymric' design, standing on square bases with chased Celtic decoration. This rare design would be a wonderful addition to any collection of Arts and Crafts silverware. Each candlestick measures 4.75"(12cm) tall, by 4.75"(12cm) square at the base. The pair together weigh 13.5 ozs troy.
£2,975
Hallmarked in London in 1920 by Omar Ramsden, this rare, very handsome, Sterling Silver Goblet, is in the Arts & Crafts style, featuring a hand hammered finish, rope detailing, and an ornate knop. The goblet is chased with the initials of the original owner (H.H.), and the date 1921, and is engraved “Omar Ramsden Me Fecit” to the base. The goblet measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) in diameter and weighs 7.1 troy ounces.
£2,975
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1924 by A. E. Jones, this very stylish Sterling Silver Dish, is in the Arts & Crafts taste, oval in shape, standing on a square pedestal base with rivet detailing, and featuring loop handles, and a pierced ivy leaf design to both sides of the body. The dish measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 12.5"(32cm) wide, by 5"(13cm) deep, and weighs 14.4 troy ounces.
£2,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1904 by Henry Wigfull, this wonderful pair of Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are the height of Arts & Crafts style, with rivet detailing and square bases. Each candlestick measures 9"(22.5cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) wide and deep. The candlesticks are filled for balance.
£3,475
Hallmarked in London in 1936 by Omar Ramsden, this wonderful, Sterling Silver Chalice, is in the Arts & Crafts taste, and features the original gilding and the cast and applied crest of the Royal Horticultural Society. The chalice was given as a gold medal prize at the Chelsea Flower Show of 1937, and is engraved with "In Commemoration of the Accession of King George IV" around the rim, and lower down on the body the engraving reads "Chelsea Flower Show May 26 - 28 1937 - To Hocker Edge Gardens For Their Gold Medal Rock Garden". The chalice measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) in diameter, and weighs 22.7 troy ounces.
£3,975
Hallmarked in London in 1951 & 1952 by Frederick Newland Smith, this very handsome, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Tea Set, is in the arts & crafts style, featuring a hammered finish to all pieces, and wooden handles and finials with silver inlay. The tea set is engraved underneath with monograms and dates in an arts and crafts font, and weighs in total 52 troy ounces.
The coffee pot measures 8.75"(22.5cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) from handle to spout, by 4"(10cm) deep. The teapot measures 5"(13cm) tall, by 8.25"(21cm) from handle to spout, by 5.25"(13.5cm) deep. The cream jug measures 3.25"(8cm) tall, by 6.25"(15.5cm) from handle to lip, by 4.25"(11cm) deep. The sugar bowl measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) from handle to side, by 4.25"(11cm) deep.
Frederick Newland Smith was, for 33 years, the head of the Gold & Silversmithing Department at the Manchester School of Art. During this time he was also a member of Manchesters Red Rose Guild Of Art-workers, and a silver bowl created by him can be found in the Manchester Art Gallery. In 1943 Smith moved to Welwyn Garden City and was a founder member of the Welwyn Garden City Craftworkers Guild, becoming deputy master there from 1951 - 1953.
£4,375
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1929 (the hot water pot hallmarked in 1935) by William Henry Creswick, this wonderful, 4 piece Sterling Silver Tea Set, is in the Arts & Crafts taste. The teapot measures 6.75"(17cm) tall, by 7.75"(19.5cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 53.4 troy ounces.
£4,675
Hallmarked in London in 1976 by Guild of Handicrafts, this very stylish pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the Arts & Crafts taste, with a hand planished finish. Each candlestick measures 13.25"(34cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) in diameter, and together the pair, which are unfilled, weigh 36.8 troy ounces.
£4,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1928 by Mappin & Webb, this striking, Sterling Silver Jardiniere, is in the Arts & Crafts taste, and features an applied enamelled plaque detailed with the coat of arms for the city of Nottingham to one side. The jardiniere measures 9"(23cm) tall, by 16"(40.5cm) wide, by 7.25"(18.5cm) deep, and weighs 78 troy ounces.
£6,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1908 & 1909 by James Dixon & Sons, this very stylish pair of Antique Sterling Silver Candelabra, are a true classic of the arts & crafts style, decorated with faux rivets, and square bases. The candelabra are much harder to find than the matching and more common candlesticks, and each measures 8.75"(22cm) tall, by 10.5"(26.5cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep.
£7,975
Hallmarked in London in 1934 by Albert John Wilkins, this very handsome pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are a wonderful Arts & Crafts & Gothic Revival mix of styles, and would fit a large candle, similar to an alter candle. Each candlestick measures 16"(40.5cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) wide, by 7"(18cm) deep. Together the pair weigh an impressive 52.6 troy ounces.
£7,975
Hallmarked in London in 1929 by Omar Ramsden, this large George V period, Sterling Silver Presentation Tray, is oval in shape, with a spot hammered finish, and raised gallery with a castellated border. The centre with a presentation inscription and crest and motto of Mr S Lister James. The tray measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 27"(68.5cm) wide, by 18.5"(47cm) deep, and weighs an impressive 177.6 troy ounces.
The presentation inscription reads. "Wrought for S. Lister James by the desire of his friends and colleagues of the Geological Staff Anglo-Persian Oil Co. Ltd. 1914-1929, and presented to him in token of their affectionate regard on the occasion of his retirement from the post of Chief Geologist'.
The Anglo-Persian Oil Co. Ltd. was one of the an antecedents of BP.
£14,975