Early 19th Century Sterling Silver

Pair nautical shaped italian silver-gilt salts. Pair silver & vermeil navette shaped salt cellars with "SL" engraved escutcheons on laurel incised rectangular socle bases with origin...

Set 10 Georgian Silver Teaspoons London 1801-13 mixed Peter Ann and William Bateman. Lengths: 5.125 – 5.25 inches. Weight: 146.24 grams. Slightly mixed set with very slight wear comm...

An exceptional, fine and impressive large antique George III Scottish sterling silver Fiddle & Shell pattern soup ladle, an addition to our silver cutlery collection. This exceptional and large George III sterling silver soup ladle has been crafted in the Fiddle and Shell...

Pair Italian neoclassical silver salts with hermes. Pair of antique neoclassical sterling silver salt stands of Empire tripod form with pierced anthemion band supported by Hermès on ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare pair of antique Georgian English sterling silver Fiddle Thread and Drop pattern gravy spoons; an addition to ou...

Embossed and engraved silver plaque La Madonna del lago (The Madonna of the Lake) Probably Milan, post 1824 Brass frame It measures 16.14 in x 13.85 in (41 x 35.2 cm) and it weighs 10.357 pounds (4.698 g): silver 1.31 pounds (598 g) + brass 9.03 pounds (4.100 g) State of conservation: some abrasions on the bottom. The frame is old, but not original. The plaque is made up of a sheet of embossed and engraved silver, and held in a solid brass frame. It depicts the “Madonna del lago” – “Madonna of the Lake” - (the Madonna with Child and San Giovannino) by Marco d'Oggiono (Oggiono, 1474 circa - Milan, 1524 circa), while changing only the background landscape. Almost certainly the subject reproduced in the plaque was taken from a famous engraving by Giuseppe Longhi (Monza, 1766 - Milan, 1831), one of the greatest engravers of his era. The silver is unmarked, probably because originally the Madonna was due to be exposed in a church: sometimes precious metals destined for worship and liturgical use would be exempted from payment and were, therefore, not marked. It is very likely that the plaque was made in Milan because in this city in 1824 the engraving by Giuseppe Longhi was made and printed. In addition, in Milan, the alleged lost painting by Leonardo da Vinci in his Milanese period (1482-1500) would be produced; this is the painting from which Marco d'Oggiono took his version. The painting Marco d?Oggiono was one of Leonardo da Vinci's most brilliant students and collaborators (D. Sedini, Marco d’Oggiono, tradizione e rinnovamento in Lombardia tra Quattrocento e Cinquecento, Roma 1989, pp. 151-153, n. 56; p. 225, n. 124, with previous bibliography). His style reflects in every way that of the Tuscan Maestro, so much so that he was the one who executed some copies of da Vinci's paintings. The execution of the “Madonna del Lago” probably draws inspiration from a lost painting by the Maestro, created while he was living in Milan (1482-1500). There are many similarities with other works by Leonardo such as the “Vergine delle rocce” or the “Vergine con il Bambino e San Giovannino, Sant’Anna e l’Agnello”. The painting, from which the drawing and then the famous engraving were taken, is found today at the M&G Museum of Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina, where it came to rest after the sale of the Harrington Collection in London in 1917. The work appears in the inventories of the collection of Napoleon and Joséphine Bonaparte at the castle of Malmaison, before 1809. The Malmaison building was born and developed in the 17th and 18th centuries. In the 18th century it belonged to Jacques-Jean Le Coulteux du Molay, a wealthy banker. Later, during the Directory, Joséphine Bonaparte de Beauharnais bought it on April 21st, 1799, but settled at the castle definitively only after her husband separated from her in 1809. She remained there until 1814, the year of her death. When Joséphine died, the estate passed to her son Eugène de Beauharnais, who moved to Munich with his whole family in 1815, bringing with him the collection of paintings he inherited from his mother. Eugène died in 1824 and his wife Augusta of Bavaria (von Bayern), unable to keep it, in 1828 sold the Malmaison to the Swedish banker Jonas-Philip Hagerman. It is likely that in this period Augusta also sold part of the paintings inherited from her husband, including the “Madonna del Lago”. This painting then came into the possession of Leicester Stanhope, fifth Earl of Harrington (1784 - 1862) and then was passed down to his descendants. In 1917, at the death of Charles, eighth Earl of Harrington, his brother Dudley inherited the title and properties and he put up a part of his collections for sale. Among these, precisely, the painting by Marco d'Oggiono was to be found. On the occasion of that auction the painting was presented as a work by Cesare da Sesto, by virtue of a handwritten note by the Countess of Harrington on the back of the table. However, already in 1857, the German critic Gustav Waagen had identified Marco d'Oggiono as the author of the painting, then exhibited in the dining room of Harrington House in London (Treasures of Art in Great Britain, in 4 volumes, London, 1854 and 1857). The engraving Giuseppe Longhi was one of the most renowned engravers in Italy between the end of the 18th century and the first quarter of the 19th century. In 1824 Giuseppe Longhi, based on a design by Paolo Caronni, made a famous engraving of the painting of Marco d?Oggiono. The activity of Longhi was then at the peak of his notoriety, enough to earn him very substantial commissions; it is not risky to suppose that some of his successful engravings were also reproduced using other means: in our case in silver. (A. Crespi, a cura di, Giuseppe Longhi 1766–1831 e Raffaello Morghen...

This pair of antique covered sauce tureens are hallmarked by an unknown maker, but originated from England and date to approximately 1820 and done in th...

A very decorative neoclassical silver urn stamped by the Italian silversmith Emanuele Caber, dating from around 1825. It has the Milan warranty stamp, and stamp of the silver finenes...

Add some luxe to your life with this fabulous repousse gold by kirk sterling silver flatware set - 48 pieces. Gold flatware is on trend and makes a bold statement on your table. This...

This antique snuff or tobacco box is hallmarked by an unknown maker, and originates from England and dates to 1820 and done in the period Georgian style....

Early silver lidded jug with a smooth finish on a round, funnel-shaped base with a profiled rim, slight nodule above the constriction, egg-shaped raised body with a recessed neck con...

Embossed and engraved silver coffee pot Antonio Garavaglia Milan, Circa 1830 It measures 16.92 in (43 cm) in height and weighs 3.35 lb (1.520 gr) State of conservation: very good The large silver coffee pot has a round mouthpiece with a marked everted rim on which a pagoda lid rests; this is surmounted by a cock-shaped knob with a border decorated with small pods...

An elegant pair of Austro-Hungarian neoclassical silver candlesticks. Each on circular foot, engraved with flower panels, slightly tapering stem...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique George IV English sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our 19th century silverware collection. This exceptional and large a...

A exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III Newcastle sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our Georgian silver cruets / condiments collection. This exceptional anti...

Sterling silver tablespoon by William Bateman I, London, 1817. Grandson of Hester Bateman. Old English Engraved pattern. Monogram "MAC". Tip a bit rounded with time. Polishing wear. ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Georgian English sterling silver Old English Thread and Shell fish slice / server made by Paul Storr; an addition to our silver flatware collection. This exceptional antique George III sterling silver fish slice / server has been crafted in the Old English Thread and Shell pattern. The anterior and reverse surfaces of the handle are embellished with thread decoration paralleling the shape of the handle and encompassing the rounded heel, in addition to an impressive shell design to the terminal. The anterior surface of the handle terminal is further embellished with the contemporary bright cut engraved crest of a dragon. The handle of this antique silver...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian sterling silver Old English pattern salad serving fork; an addition to our silver flatware collection. This exceptional antique George III sterling silver salad server fork has been crafted in the Old English pattern. The serving fork has six tines with a plain rounded drop. The anterior surface of the handle is embellished with the contemporary bright cut engraved initials crest of a bear muzzled. The reverse surface of this sterling silver serving fork incorporates a pip to the terminal, in addition to a rounded heel to the bowl/drop. This exceptional example of Georgian silverware was crafted by the renowned London silversmiths William Eley, William Fearn & William Chawner. Condition This antique sterling silver serving fork...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver caddy spoon; an addition to our teaware collection. This exceptional antiq...

Hallmarked in London in 1828 by Charles Fox II, this delightful, George IV, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features converged fluting, silver handles ...

Sterling Silver Grape Shears by Whiting Manufacturing in Art Nouveau Vine Pattern. Measurements; 7" long; 2 1/2" at widest point. These elegant shears are...

Indian sterling silver mug, made by Hamilton & Co. in Calcutta around the 1830s, adorned with natural motifs, faintly gilt inside. It measures 5 3/4'' in height by 5 1/2'' in depth b...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian sterling silver bright-cut old English pattern salad serving fork; an addition to our silver flatware collection. This exceptional antique sterling...

Heading : Pair of Regency silver candlesticks made in Sheffield Date : Hallmarked in 1811 in Sheffiled for Nathaniel Smith and Co. Period : Regency Origin : Sheffield, Yorkshire, Eng...

Early silver lidded jug with a smooth finish on a round, funnel-shaped base with a profiled rim, slight nodule above the constriction, egg-shaped raised body with a recessed neck con...

A beautiful antique George IV solid Silver Coffee Pot featuring a lovely chased design showing stylized floral and scroll patterning with shell...

A fine and impressive antique George IV Scottish sterling silver waiter/teapot stand; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This fine antique George IV sterling silver waiter has a plain circular form onto a circular collet foot. The surface of this fine example of Scottish silverware is embellished with a fine and impressive contemporary bright cut engraved crest depicting a stag's head erased below the motto 'Steady'. The swept border is ornamented with a plain applied moulded rim. This crest pertains to the family name M'Adam, McAdam and Macadam of Craigengillan, Ayrshire, Scotland. Condition This antique teapot stand...

Very nice little hallmarked silver shell bowl on foot.

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver locking double cover tea caddy; an addition to our silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique George III sterling silver locking tea caddy has a plain rounded rectangular form with incurved corners. The surface of this caddy is plain and embellished to the lower portion of each side with fluted decoration. This antique Georgian tea caddy...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian Newcastle sterling silver quart tankard made by Dorothy Langlands, an addition to our silver tankard collection. This exceptional antique Georgian sterling silver quart tankard has a plain tapering cylindrical form onto a spreading circular foot. The body of this sterling silver beer tankard...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George IV English sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our 19th century silverware collection. This exceptional antique George IV...

An exceptional, fine and impressive set of three antique George IV Scottish Provincial sterling silver fiddle pattern sauce ladles, an addition to our silver flatware collection. These exceptional antique George IV Scottish Provincial silver sauce ladles, in sterling standard, have been crafted in the fiddle pattern. The anterior surface of the handle of each antique silver ladle is embellished with a contemporary bright cut engraved crests of a hawk ringed...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George IV English sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our 19th century silverware collection. ...

Gorgeous pair of candlesticks / period of classizism. Made in Augsburg (circa 1800) Master: Johann Rudolf Haller (1757 - 1844) The silversmith received licence of manufacturing...

A fine antique Georgian English sterling silver ‘madeira’ decanter label / bottle ticket made in Newcastle; an addition to our wine and drinks silverware collection. This fine antique George III sterling silver decanter label/bottle ticket has a subtly convex, plain rectangular rounded cornered form. The body is embellished with a simple tooled decorated border and the engraved name ‘MADEIRA' to the center. The label is suspended by two ring loops to the upper border connected by a silver belcher style chain. This Fine example of Georgian silverware has been crafted by the Newcastle maker John Robertson II but assayed in London; this was an occasional practice with smaller items of Newcastle silver, where no town mark was been struck. Condition This antique sterling silver decanter label...

A fine and impressive antique George IV English sterling silver vinaigrette; an addition to our silver boxes collection This antique George IV sterling silver vinaigrette has a ro...

Rare antique American (.900) coin silver 5-piece tea and coffee service hallmarked "Whartenby & Bumm" of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Circa 1816-1818. Thomas Whartenby and Peter Bumm...

An exceptional, fine and impressive set of four antique Georgian English sterling silver salts; an addition to our silver cruet and condiment collection ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Italian silver sterling jug. This exceptional antique Italian sterling silver jug has an oval paneled, flared form onto a circular domed foot. The surface of this antique jug is plain and unembellished, with a matte, subtly planished finish in keeping with the patination of a piece from this period. This impressive piece is fitted with an exceptional cast sterling silver scrolling handle, accented with a leaf design emanating from the thumbpiece, this leaf ornamentation comprises the upper terminal. The circular foot is encircled with a band of embossed bead decoration. This impressive antique silver jug has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as sterling standard silver (925/1000). Patination or Patina is a subtle coloration or tarnish which forms on the surface of some metals, produced by oxidation or other chemical processes. A good patina proffers an aesthetically pleasing look. Condition This antique silver jug is a very good gauge of silver and exceptional quality for its type. The jug is in exceptional presentation condition. Italian hallmarks struck to the surface of the jug and rim of the foot are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique Italian silverware...

This large and substantial centerpiece basket was made by Timothy Renou of England in 1802 and done in the period Georgian style. The basket is composed of sterling silver and is eli...

Hallmarked in London in 1802 by Peter, Anne & William Bateman, this very handsome, pair of George III, Antique Sterling Silver Snuffer Scissors and Trays, are plain in style, featuri...

A fine and impressive antique English sterling silver mounted coconut cup; an addition to our diverse silverware collection. This impressive antique sterling silver mounted coconut cup has a circular rounded form onto a circular pedestal foot. The upper portion of this antique coconut cup...

A fine pair of antique George IV English sterling silver game skewers/letter openers; an addition to our diverse flatware collection These fine antique George IV English sterling silver game skewers/letter opener has a plain tapered form. The anterior and posterior surfaces of the skewer are embellished with chased decorated shell designs below the plain circular ring loop finger piece. The original use of this item was purely as a game/meat skewer. Due to its form, this piece may certainly be used as an effective letter opener. Condition These antique letter openers...

English sterling vinaigrette Birmingham 1814 by Samuel Pemberton. Original sponge inside. Age appropriate ware and scratched out name on the back....

Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1801 by McHattie & Fenwick, this handsome, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Wax Jack, is plain in style, with reed detailing. Th...

A rare and impressive George III silver stirrup cup, masterfully crafted in the form of a snarling fox’s head. Made in Sheffield in 1807 by Henry Tudor and Thomas Leader, this sculpt...

A Lovely Silver Tazza by Lazarus Posen from the early 19th century is a notable and historically significant piece in the world of Judaica. Lazarus Posen was a renowned silversmith ...

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1807 & 1808 by John Roberts & Co., this striking, George III, pair of Antique Sterling Silver Candelabra,...

An Antique George III Sterling Silver swing handled Basket. This Georgian Silver Basket has a round shape and is embellished with a simple elegant chased border and subtle acanthus l...

Large French Etruscan 950 silver coffeepot, circa 1820. Ovoid body with spool neck, side-hinged cover, and raised and round foot. Upright S-spout with ram’s head mouth, and low relie...

Drageoir or candy dish in silver and crystal cut called "diamond tip" slightly flared. The collar is openwork and presents a decoration of palmette. The body of the drageoir is decor...

Pair of French Sterling Beakers hallmarked prior to 1838. Both with heraldic emblem chasing. Weight ( pair) 204 g or 6.6 t. oz.

A very fine 19th century French silver (.950 fine) tasetvin / wine taster showing a circular bowl rising to a neoclassical inspired 'reeded & ribbon dado' decorated rim, sided by pie...

Being offered is a sterling silver fish server made in London, England in 1827. Manufactured by William Knight II in true English fashion; straight lines and a clean design. Althou...

Hallmarked in London in 1815 by Emes & Barnard, this handsome, Regency Period, Antique Sterling Silver Cafetière or French Press, is plain in design, and carries a crest on each piec...

Peter and William Bateman sterling silver Georgian carafe or pitcher from 1812, with fluted motifs, stylized natural and bird motifs, as well as a later dedication to Sir David Evans...

A fine pair of Georgian silver-mounted oak wine bottle coasters .T circular in form with cast foliate borders, central engraved cartouche crest depicting boar's head between 2 fea...

Drageoir in silver and crystal blown and carved. The drageoir is decorated on both sides with finely chiselled motifs representing children in gardener...

Two elegant, plain silver candle holders on a round stand, foot laterally profiled, centred raised smooth shaft, in the lower third constriction by profiled bead ring, shaft widening...

An elegant and richly detailed pair of silver pitchers, crafted in Prague around 1800, exhibiting both technical refinement and a distinct neoclassical aesthetic, emblematic of Centr...