English Silver English silver has, for hundreds of years, been accepted as the finest in the world. We can thank both the unique system of Hallmarks and the jealous and zealous traditions of the Guild of Goldsmiths. For over six centuries no article has been allowed to be sold in England as sterling unless it [...]
Staffordshire Figures
These charming pieces of pottery were produced by the potters in Staffordshire, England, during Victorian times and were sold by travelling peddlers door-to-door, at county fairs, open markets and shops. They also set up stalls near theatres and other tourist attractions. While the rich and well-to-do sought Meissen and Chelsea objects for their homes, the [...]
Silversmith Spotlight – Paul Storr
Revered to be one of the greatest silversmiths of his time, Paul Storr (1771-1844) created beautiful silver works of art that many collectors seek to purchase for their own. Storr continued in his father’s (Thomas, a chaser) footsteps by apprenticing at the age of 14 in 1785 for 7 years with Paul Fogelberg, a Swede [...]
Silver Cheese Dishes
Pictured is a Georgian Sheffield silver fitted cheese dish by Matthew Boulton, c1810. It features a sunflower finial and gadroon border. The dish is fitted with 6 removable shaped dishes and the wooden handle screws off to put hot water in the vessel below to keep the food warm. These dishes were used to serve [...]
