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An Elegant Victorian Silver Mounted Claret Jug

19th century
Sold 31 March 2025 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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Description

An elegant Victorian silver mounted claret jug, of simple and stylish design. The hallmarked silver mount is rococo in design and has a hinged lid with a flower terminal and vacant cartouche to both front and back. The silver extends from the hinged lid, to the collar and pouring lip. The attached handle sweeps downwards towards the base in a serpentine form. The glass is ovoid in shape and features a cut star to the pedestal base. An excellent piece, both practical and decorative. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing :- £25.00 UK

£40.00 Europe

£45.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no chips or cracks to the glass and no dents or splits to the silver.

Marks :- Clear and readable. Part mark to lid.

Date :- Sheffield 1893.

Maker :- Harrison Bros. and Howson.

Height :- 27 cms.

Depth :- 9 cms.

Width :- 14 cms. (including handle).

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Mounted Claret Jug to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1101903
Dealers Internal Reference
13640
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Description
An elegant Victorian silver mounted claret jug, of simple and stylish design.
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The hallmarked silver mount is rococo in design and has a hinged lid with a flower terminal and vacant cartouche to both front and back.
Jeff Sims Antiques

The silver extends from the hinged lid, to the collar and pouring lip. The attached handle sweeps downwards towards the base in a serpentine form. The glass is ovoid in shape and features a cut star to the pedestal base. An excellent piece, both practical and decorative. Dimensions below.

fig 1. An upright glass claret jug with an ornate silver-plated collar, hinged lid, handle, and a star-cut glass base.
fig 1. An Elegant Victorian Silver Mounted Claret Jug

Postage and packing :- £25.00 UK

£40.00 Europe

£45.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no chips or cracks to the glass and no dents or splits to the silver.

Marks :- Clear and readable. Part mark to lid.

Date :- Sheffield 1893.

Maker :- Harrison Bros. and Howson.

Height :- 27 cms.

Depth :- 9 cms.

Width :- 14 cms. (including handle).

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Mounted Claret Jug to the Victorian era.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1101903
Dealers Internal Ref
13640
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.

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Archive I An upright glass claret jug with an ornate silver-plated collar, hinged lid, handle, and a star-cut glass base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

An Elegant Victorian Silver Mounted Claret Jug

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Verified Since Jan 2010
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An upright glass claret jug with an ornate silver-plated collar, hinged lid, handle, and a star-cut glass base.
An elegant Victorian silver mounted claret jug
Ref: SA1101903
An upright glass claret jug with an ornate silver-plated collar, hinged lid, handle, and a star-cut glass base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecanters and Jugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Glass
  • ColourClear and Silver
  • MotifsEmbossed scrollwork, Star-cut base, Hinged lid, Scroll handle
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Claret jugs became immensely popular during the Victorian era as formal dining and wine consumption reached new heights of sophistication. The combination of clear glass bodies and intricately worked silver mounts allowed hosts to showcase both the rich colour of the wine and their own social status through fine metalwork.

These pieces typically feature blown or moulded glass bodies, often with star-cut bases, paired with sterling silver or silver-plated mounts. The collar, hinged lid, and handle are securely fitted to the glass neck, frequently featuring chased, embossed, or engraved decorative motifs.

Authentic pieces generally display period hallmarks on the silver mounts, indicating the maker, assay office, and year of assay. Additionally, examine the glass for hand-blown characteristics such as pontil marks, minor imperfections, and genuine wear to the base consistent with age.

This piece works well displayed on a bar cart, sideboard, or within a glass-fronted cabinet to reflect ambient light through the crystal. It can also be used functionally for serving wine during formal dinners, bridging traditional craftsmanship with contemporary entertaining.

Clean the glass body using warm water and a mild detergent, avoiding harsh abrasives that could scratch the surface. For the silver mounts, use a specialist silver polish sparingly with a soft cloth, taking care not to get polish onto the glass or into the hinge mechanism.
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