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Elaborate figural Egyptian Revival Victorian biscuit jar made by Mappin & Webb during the 19th century. This highly stylized piece features a winged sphinx with an Egyptian head piece finial. The piece is heavily engraved and has 4 four plaques that can be personalized. The bottom edge interior and outer edge is beaded and it stands on four stylized claw feet. The bottom is stamped with an early Mappin & Webb hallmark along with W 16 and some etched handwritten numbers as well. A truly spectacular piece that would be a wonderful addition to your home. From Mappin & Webb site: Mappin & Webb is a true British treasure with over 240 years of tradition and historical significance in the world of silver and fine jewellery. Renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design, we have produced exquisite fine jewellery, elegant silverware, watches, glassware and the unique lifestyle accessories that have long been at the heart of affluent British society. It’s a story that began in 1775, when Jonathan Mappin opened a workshop in Sheffield. His mission was to create the most beautifully crafted silverware for British society. Over the immediate years that followed this would see the company expand internationally, receive Royal Warrants and commissions from Monarchs around the world, and become synonymous with excellence, craftsmanship and all things truly British. The Early Years: A Family Partnership. Within a year the first Mappin hallmark was recorded at the assay office and in 1780 Jonathan Mappin was given the Freedom of the Cutlers Company. The ‘Cutlers Company of Hallamshire’, to give it its full title, was incorporated in 1624 to provide jurisdiction over those making cutlery near Sheffield and to promote Sheffield as a place of expertise. The Company and Sheffield’s cutlery...

These beautiful bouquet placecard holders would be perfect for your bridal shower or any ladies lunch of dinner party. They appear to be pink roses an...

Incredible early 20th century floral wedding basket featuring an etched floral design on the bottom area and a garland scroll sterling silver overlay design on the top part. It is co...

The classic design of this grape stand is a blend of the effect of rippling water in its bowl portion with ball feet. The top of the stand has the hook to hold the grape bunch with l...

The ornate muffin stand has splay feet and 3 tiers made to hold 3 cake or muffin plates. The base and top of the handle have ornate curlicues while the plate holder sections are intr...

Two adorable made in Japan towel holders. On figure looks like a Perot or clown with a ruffled collar holding a Horn. The other figure looks like a musi...

Adorable Art Deco elephant towel holder / napkin ring. The cute little guy has his trunk up for good luck. Made in Japan in the early 20th century. He is stamped on the base "made in...

Menu holder featuring a floral plate on an attached plate stand. Maker's mark on back. Minor wear.

Vintage porcelain menu featuring an arched floral garland against a yellow background.

Vintage white leaf menu holder hand painted with pink flowers.  

Highly stylized pair of vintage silver plate donkey menus, place cards, or card holders. Great detail to their facial expressions and bodies. There is a clip attached to the base to ...

French porcelain Limoges porcelain menu from the early 20th century. Featuring hand painted purple flowers with gilt accents. The word "Menu" is faded. ...

French Limoges porcelain menu from the early 20th century. Features hand painted pink flowers with gilt accents. The word "Menu" is faded. Signed: Limog...

Midcentury Murano art glass pitcher in green that fades from gray to clear with an applied clear glass handle. Air bubbles throughout.

Porcelain menu holder featuring a pale blue crescent moon with gold beading on inner edge. Accented with three pink and gold flowers. Space between moon...

This piece was retailed at Shreve & Stanwood Co. and manufactured in Birmingham, England in 1866. 1860-1869 Shreve, Stanwood & Company. Benjamin Shreve worked with James D. Stan...

Art Deco ceramic hand-painted knife rests Stamped Germany and numbered Four yellow ducks Three orange bunny rabbits.