Léonard Morel-Ladeuil Centerpieces

A stunning Elkington & Co, 19th century silver plated and silver gilt Dolphin & Clam Shell Open Salt cellar Dating to the latter part of the 19th century. This is a really fine examp...

This antique spirit kettle was made by the well known Elkington & Co. of England in approximately 1880 and done in the period Victorian style. Th...

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver teapot made in the George I style; an addition to the silver teaware collection. This exceptional Elizabeth II English sterling silver teapot has a plain oval rounded form onto an oval domed spreading foot, in the Classic George I style. The surface of this vintage silver teapot...

This antique silver plated epergne was made by the Elkington Plate Co. of England, and dating to approximately 1920 and done in a Victori...

A Rare and Historic 1859 Elkington Silvered Bronze Victorian Centerpiece with Cut-Glass Bowl. Presenting a magnificent Victorian silvered bronze centerpiece of unmatched rarity and importance, crafted by the renowned Elkington Mason Co., Birmingham, in 1859. This exceptional work, complete with its original cut-glass bowl, epitomizes 19th-century British craftsmanship and artistry. Hallmarked to the base, this centerpiece showcases intricate sculptural details, embodying a high level of technical prowess and aesthetic refinement characteristic of Elkington's celebrated works. The centerpiece's striking design features three meticulously rendered figures—a young hunter, a friar, and a fishmonger—each embodying elements of Victorian life and industry. At their feet, a loyal spaniel and various game highlight the naturalistic approach to the composition, enhanced by the masterful chasing and dynamic form. This sculptural ensemble rests on an elaborately decorated base, exuding both grandeur and narrative depth. Adding profound historical value are two engraved plaques. The first, dated “January 28, 1859,” reads: “Presented to William Johnson Esq. as a token of respect esteem by the workpeople in the employ of Messrs Richard Johnson Brother, Manchester.” The second, an inscription from 1941, states: “Worshipful Company of Tin Plate Workers, Alias Wire Workers of the City of London, Presented by Arthur Laurence Johnson M.A., Grandson of William Johnson, both Wire Workers, with his Daughter Eleanor Morton Johnson, a Freeman of the Company, to commemorate his Mastership 1941-42.” These inscriptions chart a rich lineage, connecting the Johnson family to pivotal moments in industrial history. William Johnson, alongside his brother Richard, assumed leadership of a wire-drawing firm in 1838, which would later become Richard Johnson Nephew Ltd. Their contributions included providing galvanized armored wire for the historic 1857 transatlantic telegraph cable...

Large silver plated charger with mythological and battle scenes English, 19th century Height 4cm, diameter 68cm This silver plated charger ...

Antique English silver plate épergne with side candy holders for sweets, to complete the central tray. There are many stamps, including an elephant (that I don't know). It 's perfect...

Gilt metal centrepiece suite for the Duke of Sparta by Elkington & Co. English, Late 19th Century Centrepiece: Height 58cm, width 81cm, depth 35cm C...

Extensive silver plate table service by English firm Elkington English, circa 1850 Size: Chest height 48cm, width 87cm, depth 59cm Mirrored base: Height 5.5cm, width 90cm, depth 37cm Small desert...

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...

An exceptionally large and impressive silver plate centerpiece from Elkington with large (16 inch diameter) circular cut glass bowl and various neoclassical motifs including repeati...

Antique silver plated coffee and tea set by Elkington & Co made in the United Kingdom in the 1880s. Elkington & Co are one of the most important names in English Silver and Silver Plate. Elkington started in Birmingham in 1836, and experimented with innovative gilding techniques. By 1838 they had discovered and patented a new way to electroplate one metal on to the surface of another. By 1840 production was already underway with silver electroplated wares. The company received financial backing from Josiah Mason in 1842 (renaming the firm Elkington, Mason & Co between 1842 and 1861) and was extremely successful. It introduced electrotyping as a new method of production for silver plated items. Elkington & Co exhibited at the Great Exhibition of 1851 with enormous success. Elkington held Royal Warrants for Queen Victoria, King Edward VI, King George V, King Edward VIII and King George VI. The Elkington & Co. name is still in use today as manufacturers under the auspices of British Silverware Ltd. The antique silver service...