19thC. Silver Plated Victorian Figural Toothpick Holder By James Tufts, Boston

Lovely and unique figural item consisting of a Kate Greenway influenced Dickens' style figural character which is attached to a small circular tea caddie or jam container that was me...

The Kate Greenway style Victorian figural silver plated napkin rings are probably the most sought after and desirable rings of the 19th century, and this ring depicting a little girl sitting on a small sled next to a napkin ring is in that category. Kate Greenway was a mid 19th century British children's book author who created Dickens' like characters with innocent child type characteristics, and illustrated them in her publications; attaining world wide acclaim and adoration which was not lost on the figural napkin ring industry at the time. This ring is completely original in every aspect with no restoration, and the majority of the silver plate still intact. The floral and wreath repousse application to the central ring body is bordered by a double ring raised edge perimeter. The girl is cast in great detail with lifelike facial features and Victorian period clothing and bonnet. The underneath is marked (see image) ""Derby Silver Co.Derby, Ct," and "Quadruple Plate 316" with the anchor and crown logo in the center. All in all, this is simply a lovely and charming desirable ring to add to your collection or even better to adorn your dinner tableware presentation. The ring was manufactured by the Derby Silver plate company...

In the Victorian era family tradition each family member had their own distinctive napkin ring since the napkin was to be re-used for subsequent meals (no washing machines in those d...

This is a most unusual piece appealing to both those who collect cigar cutters, and collectors who seek out silver plated novel items. It consists of a bottom scalloped edged bowl wh...

Description: Silver toothpick holder with a male figure standing on a pedestal and resting on a base with a grate and three cut-out feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Li...

Description: Silver toothpick holder with figure resting on a ball on a plinth with a raised base and three feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Absent. Weight: 148.53 gra...

Description: Silver toothpick holder with a girl supporting an amphora on a wooden base. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 135.39 grams. Dimensions: ...

Description: Silver toothpick holder with an individual carrying a basket on their back on a base with engravings and floral motifs. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali ...