Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
ART DECO STYLE
Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.”
ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
- Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
- Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
- Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory
ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.
From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.
The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.
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Style: Art Deco
Tiffany
Co. Antique Silverplate Gravy Boat With Tray
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique silverplate gravy boat with tray featuring gadroon borders and shell feet to boat
By Tiffany & Co. (each piece signed to the underside)
England, Circa 1930s
Mea...
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1930s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Art Deco Tea Cups with Saucers by Sue
Mare for Gallia, Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of Art Deco tea cups sold with their saucers. Made by Louis Süe (1875-1968) & André Mare (1887-1932) for Gallia - Christofle. Silverplated with p...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Gorham Art Deco Pair of Silver Plated Breakfast Jugs with Raffia Handles
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects.
Pair ...
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1910s American Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Vase by D
Argyl, Amethyst Glass and Silver, France, 1930s
By D
Argyl
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Stylish Art Deco vase by the famous glass manufacturer D'Argyl Val, E et Cie, ancient maison Effler from 1928. Amethyst colored glass with silver plated details in rose petals with a...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Glass
Silver Plated Coffee Set Exclusive Antique 6 Parts Kettle Coffee Pot, Warmer Set
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Silver-Plated Tea
Coffee Service Kettle, Teapot
Warmer Östberg
L.
C. Keijser Westerås
Elevate your table with this exquisite antique silver-plated t...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$1,654 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Pyramid by Lutz
Weiss German 800 Silver Dinner Flatware Set Service 58 Pc Deco
By Lutz
Weiss
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fabulous Art Deco pyramid by Lutz & Weiss, made in Pforzheim, Germany, German 800 silver flatware set of 58 pieces. This set includes:
Six dinner size knives, 10 1/4".
Six dinner si...
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20th Century German Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
silver plated Cocktail shaker e.p.n.s/Regis plate n1563
Located in York, GB
A fine silver plated/ e p n s Regis plate, cocktail shaker from the art deco period.
In overall very good condition with no damage/dents. Only light/minor tarnishing and surface scr...
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1920s English Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, EPNS
A set of 4 Four Tea Coffee Spoon Stainless Sheffield England 1930s Art Deco
Located in Wembley, GB
A Set of 4 English Stainless Sheffield England Espresso Coffee or Tea Demitasse Spoons
Four beautiful English stainless Sheffield espresso coffee or tea demitasse spoons in the styl...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
$87 Sale Price
25% Off
Cased French Art Deco Cocktail Shaker Set by St. Medard, Paris, circa 1940
By Saint Médard
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent and very stylish Art Deco cocktail set sitting in it's original presentation case.
The set consists of a stunning cocktail shaker and eight small cups, all look to h...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
$1,428 Sale Price / set
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Antique silver plated coffee pot by Sheffield, England, 1890-1910s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Antique silver plated coffee pot made in Sheffield, England in the 1890-1910s.
Silver plated is used to denote - the method was invent...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
English Silver Mug Antique Cup Silver Plated Jug Handled Plain Drink Tankard
Located in Wembley, GB
English Silver-Plated Mug or Tankard with Handle, Mid-20th Century
A handsome English silver-plated mug or tankard, dating from the mid-20th century, featuring a smooth cylindrical f...
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1910s English Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$237 Sale Price
25% Off
Art deco silver plated tantalus made circa 1930
Located in London, London
Made circa 1930, this stylish, Silver Plate Tantalus, is in the art deco taste, with 3 glass bottles. The tantalus measures 15.25"(38.5cm) tall, by 13"(33cm) wide, by 4.25"(11cm) deep.
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
A Maison Christofle Plated Silver Art Deco Bucket
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
The Ondulations Champagne Bucket is a strong Art Deco design of Fjerdinstad of the Art Deci period .
The plated silver is in excellent condition as are the silversmithy marks .
The...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal
Francois Frionnet French Art Deco Silver Plate Flatware- Set of 49, c. 1930
s
Located in Ross, CA
Set of 49 pieces of French Art Deco flatware in silverplate, each piece hallmarked by the maker Francois Frionnet.
Francois Frionnet is one of the master silversmiths of the first ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
$1,840 Sale Price / set
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Danish Art Deco 12 Persons Cutlery set by Borgstrøms Sølvvarefabrik, Set of 65
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Extensive flatware cutlery set made by G. Borgstrøms Sølvvarefabrik in Hvidovre Denmark during the 140s. This pattern/dessin called Majbritt is stylistically inspired from Art Deco a...
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1940s Danish Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Two Fine Quality Early 20th Century Silver Plated Gallery Trays, U.K. Circa 1920
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Two fine quality early 20th century silver-plated gallery trays of oval form, consisting of a very large drinks tray / serving tray with an undulating
pierced gallery with open...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
$1,050 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Iconic Art Deco Cocktail Shaker by Adie Brothers, circa 1930s
Located in Bath, GB
A striking silver plated cocktail shaker in a terrific Art Deco shape.
Just back from our silversmith's workshop where it has been professionally cleaned and polished, restoring i...
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1930s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Art Deco Coffee Cups with Saucers Design Sue
Mare Gallia-Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of Art Deco Coffee Cups sold with their saucers. Designed by Louis Süe ( 1875-1968) & André Mare (1887-1932) for Gallia - Christofle. Silverpl...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage English Silver Plated Cocktail Mixer, circa 1930
Located in Bath, GB
A wonderful and most unusual cocktail mixer, less of a shaker and looking rather like a coffee pot or cafetiere.
Made by the well renowned silversmit...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Set of 6 Napkin Rings Vintage Silver-Plated in Cutlery Design Fork, Knife Spoon
Located in Wembley, GB
A playful yet elegant set of six vintage silver-plated napkin rings, each designed with a charming crossed cutlery motif of fork, knife, and spoon. These unique table accessories bri...
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1920s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$320 Sale Price
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Antique set of 6 silver teaspoons Theodor Meyer Bern, Berndorf, 1920s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Beautiful set of 6 silver plate spoons by Berndorf. Produced in the early 20th century.
Perfect for collectors or as a thoughtful gift.
V...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Ricci Argentieri Art Deco Silver Plate Tray
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Silver plate art deco style tray by Ricci Argentieri.
A complement to any table as a serving piece, resting on a vanity or in the dressing area with lotions and fine per...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Silverplated Egg Cup Stand Four Small Egg Holders Ornate Victorian Style
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Silver-Plated Egg Cup Stand with Four Holders, Ornate Victorian Style
A striking antique silver-plated egg cup stand featuring four beautifully scalloped holders arranged aro...
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1880s British Antique Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate, Sheet Metal
$413 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Antique Monumental Pair Silver Plated Art Deco Table Lamps 20th Century
By A. Wilcox 1
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning monumental pair of Art Deco fluted column table lamps, Circa 1930 in date and bearing the silversmith makers mark, AW for A.Wilcox, Birmingham, England
They are ...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Felix Freres Art Deco Fish Serving Set, c. 1940
s
Located in Ross, CA
Three piece fish serving set made by Félix Frères in Toulouse France in the 1940's.
Félix Frères was a company founded in Toulouse, France, in 1875.
Fork: 5.8 tall
Knife: 6.4 tall...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Crystal
Silver Hen Egg Holder Sculpturer Kitchen Décor Glaze VTG Dish
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Silver plated and crystal Chicken Hen Egg Holder Farmhouse Country Home Decor Glaze VTG Dish. The elegant hen can be a decorative egg holder which added to your kitchen decoration.
Length approx. 13 cm, height approx. 13.5 cm. The glass bowl marked “Genuine Crystal...
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1960s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Crystal
$323 Sale Price / item
51% Off
Silver-Plated Gilded Egg Cups Set of 5 Antique Mini Goblets, Gilded Egg Holder
Located in Wembley, GB
A fine set of five silver-plated egg cups, each richly decorated in an antique revival style with ornate repoussé floral and heraldic motifs. The interiors are gilded (gold-washed), ...
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1880s British Antique Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate, Sheet Metal
$496 Sale Price
40% Off
Pair of Art Deco Breakfast Cups and Saucers by Sue &Mare for Gallia-Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of Art Deco Breakfast cups are also considered hot chocolate cups. Sold with their saucers. Made by Louis Süe (1875-1968) & André Mare (1887-19...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Wine Bottle Coaster, English, Silver Plated, Champagne Rest, Circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage wine coaster. An English, silver plated champagne bottle or flute rest, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.
Elegant tabletop or desktop accessory, perfect for presenting champagne or fine wine bottles
Quality silver plate over copper, displaying a bright, reflective finish
Lightly timeworn appearance from decades of gentle polishing, adding period character
Drum-shaped form wrapped with intricate fretwork fascia, adding visual texture
Rim and base edged with a braided motif, enhancing the tactile detail
Base interior adorned with ornate engraved scrollwork and foliate pattern
Central medallion left unmarked, ideal for personalised engraving or family crests
Underside engraved 'Silver Plate on Copper – Sheffield, England'
An eye-catching addition to any coffee table, dining room or bar area, this vintage wine bottle coaster...
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1930s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
English Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker by Mappin
Webb
By Mappin
Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome 1 pint cocktail shaker in silver plate by the top-notch silversmith, Mappin & Webb of London and Sheffield.
The underside is fully marked together with the trademark "Mappin Plate...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Smart Art Deco Drinks / Cocktail Tray by James Dixon
Sons
Located in Bath, GB
An elegant shaped silver plated circular tray standing on four original scroll feet.
Just back from our silversmith's workshop where it has been professionally cleaned and polished,...
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1930s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Large 1 1/2 Pint Art Deco Cocktail Shaker by Mappin
Webb
By Mappin
Webb
Located in Bath, GB
Rarely do we come across these towering large 1 1/2 Pint shakers, particularly by such a highly regarded maker, Mappin and Webb of London and Sheffield.
Just back from our silvers...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
1920 set of 53 pieces cutlery in a walnut box by McPherson Brothers Glasgow
By McPherson Brothers
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
1920 set of 53 pieces cutlery in a walnut box by McPherson Brothers Glasgow for 6 persons
4 big spoons are missing
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1920s English Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Five Pieces English Silver Plated Sheffield Tea or Coffee Set
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Vintage English silver plated Sheffield tea or coffee set. Excellent condition.
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20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Hammered Pewter Vase by Civic Pewter Sheffield England, circa 1925
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good hand made, hammered pewter vase made by Civic Pewter, Sheffield, England, during the Art Deco period, Circa 1925
The small vase has...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Pewter
Art Deco Reed
Barton
Maid of Honor
service for 8
By Reed
Barton
Located in Sharon, CT
Reed & Barton's 'Maid of Honor', is a rare instance of an American Art Deco Silver Plate Serving Set. Eight, five piece services. Plus two serving pieces.
Plus 8 more tea spoons. 42...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
French Art Deco Cocktail Shaker with Lemon Reamer c.1930 by St. Medard, Paris
By Saint Médard
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous vintage French cocktail shaker made from silver plate and just back from our silversmith's workshop where it has been professionally ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Tiffany
Co. Antique Art Deco Silverplate Serving Tray
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Art Deco silver soldered serving tray
By Tiffany & Co.
USA, Circa Late 19th Century
Measures: 18.5"W x 13.38"D x 0.75"H.
Good original vintage condition.
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Late 19th Century American Antique Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Large silver plated tray by Ricci Alessandria, Italy, 1960s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Large silver plated tray by Ricci Alessandria made in Italy in the 1960s.
Ricci Argentieri was founded in 1927, in the Piedmontese city now considered the cradle of the highly renown...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Large 2 1/4 Pint English Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker, Engine Turned
Located in Bath, GB
This is a wonderful and most unusual vintage silver plated cocktail Shaker decorated all-over with a continuous engine-turned basket weave decoration; elegantly decorative and tactil...
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1930s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Large French Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker, c.1930
s
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome large silver plated cocktail shaker, French in origin, fully marked on the underside as the per the photographs. Art Deco in era dating to the 1930's.
Just back from ou...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Novelty E.P.N.S Art Deco Honey Bee Jam Pot by Elkington
Located in Northampton, GB
Free Worldwide Shipping
Stamped Elkington
From our Accessories collection, we are pleased to offer an Art Deco Honey Bee by Elkington. The novelty Jam pot cast as a large Honey Bee...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Set of 6 Silver-Plated Rose Napkin Rings, Vintage Table Décor Collection Foral
Located in Wembley, GB
Set of 6 Silver-Plated Rose Napkin Rings, Vintage Table Décor Collection
A luxurious set of 6 silver-plated napkin rings, each exquisitely shaped as a blooming rose with detailed lea...
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1920s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$330 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Fine Art Deco Cocktail Tray by Roberts
Belk c.1920
Located in Bath, GB
A stylish antique cocktail tray with beautiful curled handles to either side. Made from silver plate it has been professionally, cleaned and polished in our silversmith's workshop; restoring it to it's former glory.
The underside has the lamp trademark for Roberts and Belk...
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1920s English Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco WMF Silver-Plated and Glass Cocktail Shaker
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
This chic bar accessory is made by the renowned manufacturer WMF. The shaker is in a very good condition. The shaker has a removable cap and strainer. It is marked underside the cap ...
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1950s German Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Silver Plated Napkin Rings Set of 6
Original Case Ornate Engraved
Located in Wembley, GB
Add elegance and charm to your dining table with this set of 4 antique English style silver plated napkin rings, beautifully presented in their original red velvet fitted case. Each ring is finely detailed with an ornate grape and vine design, symbolizing abundance and celebration — a timeless motif in classic English style silverware.
This set is not only a practical dining accessory but also a collectible piece of vintage silver craftsmanship. Ideal for formal entertaining, weddings, and special occasions, these napkin rings will impress guests and elevate your table setting.
Authentic silver plated napkin rings
Complete set of 4 with original fitted velvet box
Decorated with ornate grape cluster and vine motif
Perfect for formal dining, gifting, or silverware collections
Elegant presentation makes them ideal for weddings, anniversaries, or collectors
This set is both functional and decorative — a wonderful way to combine heritage, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty at your table.
Vintage English silver napkin rings, silver plated grape motif napkin rings, vintage silver dining accessories, collectible silver napkin rings set, antique silver tableware...
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1920s Chinese Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$361 Sale Price
25% Off
WMF Art Deco Sculptural Silverplate Centerpiece w/ Geometric
Foliate Motifs
By WMF Ikora
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco silverplate center piece was realized by the esteemed atelier of WMF Ikora in Germany circa 1925. Resembling a stylized Adrestia, or ancient Greek ship...
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1920s German Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Art Deco Rare Hallmarked Apollo Silver-Plate Pedestal Bowl With Chevron
Located in North Miami, FL
This very special and very rare fully restored Silver plated Art Deco large pedestal bowl and or centerpiece bowl was done in the 1930's by Apollo Metalsmith Company from NY. It is ...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Six elegant Art Deco Butter Knife Rest in silverplate from Christofle. 1930s
By Christofle
Located in Knivsta, SE
Extremly Elegant set of six Art Deco Butter Knife Rest in Silverplate. Made in strict Art Deco during the 1930s by the famous manufacturer Christofle from Paris, France.
Wear consis...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Art Deco Silver Plated Recipe Cocktail Shaker by Mixit 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A very attractive and rare English silver plated Art Deco recipe cocktail shaker by Mixit, circa 1920 in date.
The decorative Deco shaker with streamlined design, typical of the period.
You roll through the cocktail recipes on the lid, before mixing and making your desired cocktail.
The lid and the base bears the makers name, Mixit, and the patent number 22256/34.
There is no mistaking the unique quality and design of this rare high quality piece and it is sure to add a touch of class to your next cocktail party.
Condition:
In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation of condition.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 24.5 cm x Width 9.5 cm x Depth 9 cm
Dimensions in inches:
Height 10 inches x Width 4 inches x Depth 3 inches
A cocktail shaker is a device used to mix beverages (usually alcoholic) by shaking. When ice is put in the shaker this allows for a quicker cooling of the drink before serving.
A shaken cocktail is made by putting the desired ingredients (typically fruit juices, syrups, liqueurs and ice cubes) in the cocktail shaker. Then it is shaken vigorously for around 5 to 10 seconds, depending upon the mixability of the ingredients and desired temperature.
There are at least three varieties of cocktail shakers:
The Boston Shaker: A two-piece shaker consisting of a 28 oz metal bottom and traditionally a 16 oz glass or plastic mixing glass. The mixing container and bottom are inserted into each other for shaking or used separately for stirring or muddling. A separate strainer, such as a Hawthorne or Julep strainer, are required for this type shaker if crushed ice is used. Without such a strainer, some bartenders may instead strain by narrowly separating the two pieces after shaking and pouring the drink through the resulting gap. The market offers now 18 oz or 20 oz container versions too. The unit is the imperial fluid ounce that is about 28,4 ml, so the bottom is about 795 ml and the 16 oz container is about 454 ml.
The Cobbler Shaker: A three-piece cocktail shaker that has tapers at the top and ends with a built-in strainer and includes a cap. The cap can often be used as a measure for spirits or other liquids.
The French Shaker...
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20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Cocktail Shaker with Ice Breaker by Walker and Hall, 1928
By Walker
Hall
Located in Bath, GB
This is a lovely example of an English silver plated cocktail shaker, slightly more unusual in shape with the flattened screw-top rather than the usual pull-off cap.
Another unusu...
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1920s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plated Triple Table Bowl Art Deco 1940s Salt
Pepper Sauce Egg Cup
Located in London, GB
An elegant yet minimal 1940s Art Deco period, imported from Antwerp, triple round bowl set features three connected, egg cup–sized bowls.
Perfect as a sauce plate, a refined condime...
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1940s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Unusual Scottish Cut Glass and Silver Plated Lidded Serving Dish c.1920
Located in Bath, GB
A really unusual lidded serving box, this design usually coming in the form of preserve jars, biscuit boxes etc.; mostly by John Grinsell or Hukin and Heath.
This large example I ...
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Early 20th Century Scottish Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Smart Art Deco Cocktail Shaker by Gaskell
Chambers, c.1940
Located in Bath, GB
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...
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1940s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
1950s Gorham Signature Dish Art Deco Silver Plate Lidded Dinnerware Serving Bowl
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Gorham Signature Serving Dish in Boat Shape in Silver Plate over Steel.
The Dinnerware features a sculptural handle for practical and easy access.
Makers Mark at the base, Go...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Steel
Art Deco German Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker by Carl Deffner c.1930
By Carl Deffner
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome burnished / hammered silver plated cocktail shaker by the well renowned Carl Deffner of Esslingen.
Just back from our silversmith's workshop where it has been professio...
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1930s German Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Square Silver Plated Cocktail / Drinks Tray by Walker
Hall c.1920
By Walker
Hall
Located in Bath, GB
A superb antique English silver plated serving salver or tray, always hard to find in a square shape and highly sought-after especially from such a well renowned silversmith, Walker ...
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1920s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Large French Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker
Located in Bath, GB
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...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Hallmarked Silver Plated Keepsake Box, Sheffield, Uk, Circa 1900
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a stunning Sheffield silver keepsake box dating to 1900, with associated hallmark. This small box includes a clean interior and rounded corners. The box is free of names or initials, but would have been used to house keepsakes such as jewelry or cufflinks. A well maintained, elegant piece, this antique silver box is an excellent addition to any silver collection.
Trinket or keepsake boxes have taken on many forms since their first conception in ancient times. However their purpose remains the same; to store jewelry and other items precious to the owner. Originally, these boxes were used specifically for jewelry. These were in common use as early as 5000 BC in Ancient Egypt, when the majority of Egyptians, both male and female, wore jewelry. Boxes were used to keep these gemstone encrusted items safe. In Ancient Rome, jewelry was a status symbol. Rings and brooches were utilized to represent ones status in society. Again, boxes were needed for security and storage purposes. Finding early examples of these are quite rare.
Victorian and Edwardian examples of trinket boxes are far more common. This is because owning jewellery was a luxury until the Victorian era- let alone possessing so much a box was needed to store it all. Fine jewelry and other items became available to the masses after the industrial revolution due to the reduction in production costs. This led to a demand for trinket boxes, which were much smaller than jewelry boxes and therefore better suited to the needs of the middle class who did not yet possess an abundance of jewelry.
In Victorian households, collectables and other items of interested were also stashed inside these boxes. This is why they are known as trinket or keepsake boxes, rather than just jewelry boxes, although of course jewelry was also stored in them. Trinket boxes were produced in large numbers around this time. Many were lined with colored plush or velvet or rich wood. More elaborate designs had interior divisions and trays for rings and other pieces of jewellery. It was also common to see trinket boxes so small that they could only contain one item, such as a single ring. Ornate exteriors were created to reflect the value of the trinket boxes contents.
The Edwardian era saw the introduction of new styles of trinket box. These included small circular or oblong boxes...
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Early 1900s British Antique Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Large Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker with Engraved Recipes
Located in Bath, GB
A most unusual and large sized Art Deco cocktail Shaker by the well renowned P H Vogel, fully signed on the underside together with "Made In England".
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1940s British Vintage Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco sheffield and silverplate for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco sheffield and silverplate for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sheffield and silverplate created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco sheffield and silverplate made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sheffield and silverplate, popular names associated with this style include Christofle, Mappin
Webb, Gallia, and James Dixon
Sons. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sheffield and silverplate differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $35 and tops out at $18,750 while the average work can sell for $767.
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