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Pair Antique Silver Sweet Stands.
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Pair Antique Silver Sweet Stands.

1900 - 1920
Description

Very good pair of antique silver sweet stands/dishes; of navette form on matching feet, with beautifully pierced decoration to the body and feet. All this enhanced by a magnificent pair of handles to each. Great maker, and good imposing size.

London. 1912. Elkington & Co.

Length of each 20cm

Combined weight 21 troy oz/653gm

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

George James Antiques has dated these Antique Silver Sweetmeat Stands to the 1910s.

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SA1044467
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28/2180
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Description
Very good pair of antique silver sweet stands/dishes; of navette form on matching feet, with beautifully pierced decoration to the body and feet. All this enhanced by a magnificent pair of handles to each. Great maker, and good imposing size.

London. 1912. Elkington & Co.

Length of each 20cm

Combined weight 21 troy oz/653gm

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

George James Antiques has dated these Antique Silver Sweetmeat Stands to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1044467
Dealers Internal Ref
28/2180
George James Antiques
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A pair of antique boat-shaped silver sweetmeat stands featuring pierced openwork borders and pedestal bases.
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Archive I A pair of antique boat-shaped silver sweetmeat stands featuring pierced openwork borders and pedestal bases.

Pair Antique Silver Sweet Stands.

Archive II A pair of antique boat-shaped silver sweetmeat stands featuring pierced openwork borders and pedestal bases. View II
Archive III A pair of antique boat-shaped silver sweetmeat stands featuring pierced openwork borders and pedestal bases. View III
Archive IV A pair of antique boat-shaped silver sweetmeat stands featuring pierced openwork borders and pedestal bases. View IV
Archive V A pair of antique boat-shaped silver sweetmeat stands featuring pierced openwork borders and pedestal bases. View V
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Riverside House
1 Charnham Street
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0EP
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A pair of antique boat-shaped silver sweetmeat stands featuring pierced openwork borders and pedestal bases.
Pair Antique Silver Sweet Stands.
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A pair of antique boat-shaped silver sweetmeat stands featuring pierced openwork borders and pedestal bases.
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  • ObjectBonbon Dishes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced openwork, Boat-shaped rim, Pedestal base, Scroll terminals
  • SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 13 cm (5 in)

This pair of antique sweet stands originates from the Victorian period in 1910, rendered in gleaming sterling silver with a reflective silver colour. Each piece takes a boat-shaped navette form supported by a circular pedestal base, featuring intricate pierced openwork decoration along the scalloped borders and the matching feet. Graceful scroll terminals sweep upward at either end to form decorative handles, while beaded moulding outlines the rims and foot edges. Polished bowls sit centrally upon the turned stems, presenting smooth reflective surfaces contrasted against the open lattice pattern. The dimensions measure 13 cm high, 20 cm wide, and 13 cm deep for each dish. Position these stands upon a sideboard top or dining table in a home setting to hold sweetmeats, bonbons, or small fruits during formal gatherings and dinner parties. The matching pair provides balanced symmetry for display cabinets or serving surfaces, bringing traditional silverware into contemporary entertaining spaces. Each pedestal design elevates the contents above the surface, offering clear visibility of the pierced metalwork from all angles in a dining room or living area.

FAQs

Sweetmeat stands, also known as bonbon dishes or comports, were introduced in the seventeenth century to serve candied fruits, nuts, and small sweet treats during the dessert course of formal dinners. Over time, their design evolved to incorporate delicate pierced patterns and elevated pedestal bases.

These vessels were typically crafted from solid sterling silver or silver plate, utilising techniques such as hand-piercing, repousse, casting, and chasing. Pierced lattice work and chased borders were especially popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods.

Authentic silver pieces generally display stamped hallmarks indicating the silver purity, makers mark, assay office, and date letter. Additionally, hand-finished piercing and subtle hand-tooling marks consistent with period manufacturing methods distinguish genuine antique examples from modern cast reproductions.

These versatile pieces can be displayed as decorative accents on a sideboard, console table, or dining table centre. They can function as catch-all dishes for small items in an entryway or be left unadorned as sculptured metalwork.

Antique silver should be gently washed in warm water with mild dish soap and dried immediately with a soft cotton cloth. Regular light buffing with a specialised silver polishing cloth helps prevent tarnish build-up without stripping delicate surface detail.
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