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DANIEL ARTER 1900 London, Bailey Banks Biddle 6 Pieces Cruet Set Cut Glass

$1,798per set
£1,361.82per set
€1,564per set
CA$2,519.59per set
A$2,739.30per set
CHF 1,452.38per set
MX$32,837.24per set
NOK 18,458.99per set
SEK 16,910.95per set
DKK 11,688.93per set

About the Item

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. Sharp. After 1870, they resold silver from a variety of manufacturers. Daniel Arter The firm was established in Birmingham in the late 19th century (the first known sterling silver hallmark was entered in Birmingham Assay Office in 1882). The founders were Thomas Henry Daniel (died 1897) and Thomas Richard Arter (died c. 1915) and was active at Globe Nevada Silver Works, Highgate Street, Birmingham as makers of brass, nickel-silver and electro-plated spoons, forks, ladles, etc. (1892). The firm had also a London showroom at 62 Holborn Viaduct (until 1896) and later at 98 Hatton Garden. Sterling silver hallmarks were entered in Sheffield Assay Office (1906) and London Assay Office (1913). Both these hallmarks were scarcely used. In 1920 the firm was converted into a limited liability company and became Daniel Arter Ltd. The business was closed in the 1930s and their dies were purchased by W.J.Baker Sons Ltd Country: London, England. Designer: Daniel Arter. Retailer: Bailey Banks Biddle. Materials: Electroplate sterling and hand-cut glass. Weight: The total combined is About 5 pounds, (1,182.5 Dwt). Measurements: 198 mm by 210 mm by 156 mm (7.80 x 8.25 x 6.15 Inches). Monogramed: NO. Hallmarks: Stamped at the bottom of the tray with the maker's mark, the model number, the retailer’s name and signed as follows, "D&A EPNS H6809 THE B.B.B. Co. PHILA USA MADE IN ENGLAND". Condition: The overall condition of this Cruet set Daniel Arter for Bailey Banks Biddle. is excellent. This set has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity. INVENTORY REF: D052525AENH/.6710
  • Creator:
    Bailey, Banks Biddle (Retailer),Daniel Arter (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.8 in (19.82 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 8.15 in (20.71 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 7
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Glass,Silver,Engraved,Hand-Carved,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this Cruet set Daniel Arter for Bailey Banks Biddle. is excellent. This set has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D052525AENH/.67101stDibs: LU8303245264542

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