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A set of fourteen matched George III table forks J W Howden & Co with Alexander Henderson, Edinburgh 1814/6, of Fiddle pattern, crest engraved to terminal; together with a set of eleven table forks, London 1838 and one 1816, all of Fiddle pattern, crest engraved to reverse of terminal Dimensions:Length; 21cm, combined weight: 55.5ozProvenance:Formerly at Letterfourie, Morayshire, and by descent, through the Gordon family
A 20th-century Spanish three masted Nef marked to sail, of traditional form with rigging, sails and figures at work, raised on four feetDimensions:Height: 74cmNote: Note:Designed to display extravagance, the nef is an impressive, intricate table ornament. Appearing in medieval literature from the 13th century, they were originally thought to be drinking vessels and it is perhaps due to this purpose that some are formed from nautilus shells. Primarily, though, they have been a conduit for entertaining, wherein the passing and sharing of the ship’s contents often acted in settings of diplomacy.Perhaps the most famous example is the Burghley Nef, discovered at Burghley House by Arthur Grimwade, Sotheby’s silver specialist, in the 1950s. Now housed in the V & A museum in London, with poorly marked French control marks, research suggests that it is probably from the period 11th December 1527-10 December 1528, but its maker has yet to be confirmed. From contemporary documents in the house, it is thought that this nef may have been a salt. As more and more exotic spices travelled around Europe the nef would have been the perfect carrier for such intriguing tastes and smells.Often based on actual ships, Queen Vicotria’s second son, Alfred, Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha (1844-1900), also known as Duke of Edinburgh, who was Admiral in the British navy, had an armada of some fifty nefs with which he adorned his table.The taste for centrepieces took off in the 16th century, primarily made in Germany, other examples can be found across the continent in France, Italy, and Spain, and would often feature automata to create a more awe-inspiring spectacle. Progressing from solely drinking vessels, the nef might sometimes include flatware and tableware for the guests to be beguiled by even further.
A collection of matched Old English flatware various makers and marks, to include, two sauce ladles, five serving spoons, three tablespoons, four dessert spoons, three smaller; together with eight table forks, nine dessert forks, four dessert spoons and two teaspoons, all of Hanoverian patternDimensions:Combined weight: 61.3oz
A scarce Victorian novelty silver and parcel-gilt mustard Richards & Brown, London 1867, modelled as a chimpanzee sitting cross-legged wearing an Oriental jacket and smoking a pipe, with spectacles and holding a beaker, allover matted ground and engraved scroll and floral decoration, the hinged cover formed as a hat and spoon finial as the central plume, silver-gilt liner to interior, engraved to underside W.B.E and Victorian registration mark for 26 February (indistinct year, possibly 1842)Dimensions:Height: 10cm, weight: 5ozNote: Literature:A set of three is illustrated in 'The Colman Collection of silver mustard pots', published by Colman Foods, Norwich 1979, page 90.The dust jacket cover of Culme, 'The Directory of Goldsmiths & Silversmiths, Jewellers & Allied Traders 1838-1914' Antique Collector's Club Ltd, London, 1987, features the mustard as part of three condiments Note:Lavishly adorned tables were a highlight of Victorian dining, with comports overflowing with bon-bons, floral displays and all the necessary accoutrements considered a necessity the fashionable table. Condiment sets were also a vital element, and these were often in novelty forms, and inspired from the far reaches of the British Empire.This mustard pot originally would have been accompanied by two other condiment pieces as illustrated on the cover of the dust jacket for ‘The Directory of Gold & Silversmiths. Jewellers & Allied Traders 1838-1914’ by J. Culme. Another example also forms part of the mustard manufacturer Colman’s archival collection and is found referenced in their publication, 'The Colman Collection of silver mustard pots', published by Colman Foods, Norwich 1979, page 90.In 1866 Colman’s was granted the Royal Warrant as manufacturers of mustard to Queen Victoria, and only a year later, this mustard was assayed in 1867 by Richards & Brown. George J. Richards had entered in partnership with Edward Charles Brown in 1857 registering a conjoined mark on 13 July 1857. Richards’ father William had also been a silversmith and Brown had been apprenticed to George J. Richards.It is also important to add that George J. Richards retired in 1867 (the year the mustard was assayed, and therefore perhaps one of the last pieces he oversaw) but Edward Charles Brown continued trading as Richards & Brown.A delightful piece, this mustard designed as a chimpanzee with Oriental clothing and plume hat spoon, shows the care and attention needed for a Victorian dinner party.It is rare to find auction results for similar piece, particularly with the gilt decoration. Christie’s, offered a set of three in their Important French Furniture from a Private Collection sale in New York on the 6th June 2013, lot 34 which achieved $12,500 (Buyer's Premium included) but without the gilt detail. Bonham’s Fine Silver and Objects of Vertu sale on the 2nd July 2008, lot 214 which achieved £25,200 (Buyer's Premium included) was the set of three and each also had the gilded detail.
A matched suite of William IV Fiddle pattern flatware mainly William Theobalds, London 1836/7, comprising a soup ladle, a pair of serving spoons, seven tablespoons, six dessert spoons, a sauce ladle, eleven table forks, eight dessert forks, two tea spoons, three condiment spoons, of Fiddle pattern with crest engraved to terminal; together with a large serving spoon modelled as an egg spoon and the other modelled as a runcible spoon; a plated dessert spoon, a plated teaspoon and a pair of sugar tongs, Edinburgh with shell bowlsDimensions:Weighable silver: 88.5ozProvenance:Formerly at Letterfourie, Morayshire, and by descent, through the Gordon family
A matched collection of Fiddle pattern flatware various makers and dates, to include, three tablespoons, three dessert spoons, five table forks and five dessert forks, all of Fiddle pattern, spoons with engraved crest to terminal, forks with engraved initials to terminal; together with a collection of seven various teaspoons, of Fiddle and Thread, Old English patternDimensions:Combined weight: 33oz
A matched suite of George III Old English flatware mainly George Smith (III) & William Fearn, London, comprising, a soup ladle, three serving spoons, five sauce ladles, sixteen tablespoons, twelve table forks, eleven dessert forks and one teaspoon, with crest engraved to terminalDimensions:Combined weight: 101ozProvenance:Provenance: Formerly at Letterfourie, Morayshire, and by descent, through the Gordon family
A Davenport gilt ground dessert plate, c1880, painted with four landscapes in circular frames linked by festoons, 23cm diam, red printed mark, three cobalt and gilt ground dessert plates, including a French cabinet plate with gilt cypher of Louis Phillippe and a later English porcelain cartouche shaped Japan pattern dressing table tray (5) Good condition
Mid-century modern formica-topped dining table with stainless steel stemmed base to circular raised bubble foot together with four brown vinyl upholstered chairs, height 72cm, dia. 100cmCondition ReportTable in good overall condition with some surface scratches to the top and base. Chairs have some scratches, scuffs and small holes in the vinyl. See photos. General wear and tear.
Mid-century modern circular coffee table, the glass top on wicker basket body and metal legs, 52cm x 66cm Condition ReportNumerous areas of loss and damage to the wicker body. Losses and flaking to the paint throughout. Rust and tarnishing on the metal base. No Provenance, private seller. General wear and tear.
Silver-mounted travelling photograph frame, floral repousse decorated, London, date marks won, makers mark KFL(?), 10cm, a single-coloured metal mounted photograph frame, silver-plated sugar nips, silver-coloured metal-mounted dressing table brush and a silver-handled button hook (5)
Set of early 20th century German J.A.Henckels Solingen table forks and knives, marked 800, viz:- nine forks, seven knives with silver handles and a matching larger fork, initialled to handle, 25ozt total approx., a silver-coloured metal spoon and a pair of silver teaspoons
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