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Extensive silver-plate table service by English firm Elkington

Creator: Elkington & Co.
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Extensive silver-plate table service by English firm Elkington
English, c. 1850
Chest: Height 48cm, width 87cm, depth 59cm
Mirrored base: Height 5.5cm, width 90cm, depth 37cm
Small desert stand: Height 20cm, diameter 18.5cm

This beautiful silver-plated with cut glass set is contained by a large and superbly finished fitted wooden chest. The set comprises a mirrored surtout de table, a larger oval centrepiece (with spare glass bowl), two smaller oval centrepieces, six small circular centrepieces (with spare glass bowl), six coasters, and thirty-six dessert spoons. The exceptional quality of this set is typical of the work of Elkington, one of the leading manufacturers of silverware working in England during the 19th Century. Each piece is marked to the underside and the chest is stamped to its lock-plate.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Cut glass, silver-plate, wood.
Creation Date:	1850
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	16368
Incollect Reference #:	394811

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.