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Fine & Pretty Pair of Victorian Art Nouveau Pierced Silver Sugar Tongs
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Fine & Pretty Pair of Victorian Art Nouveau Pierced Silver Sugar Tongs

19th century
Sold 21 August 2025 · The Fancy Fox
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Description

A very fine quality pair of Victorian silver sugar tongs with cast pierced and engraved arms of scrolling flowering vines and further engraved decoration around the edges of the bridge and along the arms to the bowls. Hallmarked Sheffield 1899, maker Thomas Levesley (Levesley Brothers).

They measure 10.5cm (4 1/8") long and weigh 29g / 1.0ozt. A very good gauge of silver, the thickness on the arms is 2mm.

In excellent condition and free from monograms.

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated these Victorian Silver Sugar Tongs to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10.5cm (4.13")
Width
5.2cm (2.05")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1107616
Dealers Internal Reference
FA1736
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Description
A very fine quality pair of Victorian silver sugar tongs with cast pierced and engraved arms of scrolling flowering vines and further engraved decoration around the edges of the bridge and along the arms to the bowls. Hallmarked Sheffield 1899, maker Thomas Levesley (Levesley Brothers).

They measure 10.5cm (4 1/8") long and weigh 29g / 1.0ozt. A very good gauge of silver, the thickness on the arms is 2mm.

In excellent condition and free from monograms.

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated these Victorian Silver Sugar Tongs to the Victorian era.

Height
10.5cm (4.13")
Width
5.2cm (2.05")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1107616
Dealers Internal Ref
FA1736
The Fancy Fox
The Fancy Fox
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2015

Offering fine porcelain and pottery, 18th century and later, silver, glass and other small attractive pieces

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Archive I A pair of Victorian silver sugar tongs featuring intricate pierced scrollwork and floral motifs along the handle arms. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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The Fancy Fox

The Fancy Fox
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Suffolk
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Verified Since Nov 2015
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The Fancy Fox
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A pair of Victorian silver sugar tongs featuring intricate pierced scrollwork and floral motifs along the handle arms.
Fine & Pretty Pair Of Victorian Art Nouveau Pierced Silver Sugar Tongs
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A pair of Victorian silver sugar tongs featuring intricate pierced scrollwork and floral motifs along the handle arms.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTableware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced scrollwork, Floral details, Spring hinge
  • SizeH 10.5 cm (4 in) x W 5.2 cm (2 in) x D 1.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Art Nouveau emerged in the late 19th century, drawing inspiration from natural forms such as plants, flowers, and flowing organic lines, which contrasted sharply with the rigid geometries of previous eras.

Victorian sugar tongs were predominantly crafted from sterling silver or silver-plated base metals, frequently utilising spring-tempered alloys to ensure durability and flexibility at the hinge.

Authentic pieces typically feature official British hallmarks stamped directly into the metal, indicating the assay office, standard of silver, and date letter corresponding to the Victorian period.

Antique silver tableware can be displayed within contemporary settings by incorporating polished pieces into table settings, bar carts, or glass-fronted cabinets to add textural contrast and historical depth.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a soft microfiber cloth and specialised silver polish, avoiding abrasive materials, and stored in a dry, tarnish-resistant environment.
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