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Solid Silver Canteen of Cutlery. 115 Pieces.
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Solid Silver Canteen of Cutlery. 115 Pieces.

1920 - 1940
Sold 11 October 2025 · Carse Antiques
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Fine quality and condition 115 piece SOLID STERLING SILVER canteen of cutlery made and sold by Whytock & Sons of Dundee. All the silver cutlery is by Viners of Sheffield apart from the large ladle which is by Viners of London. All the silver is fully hallmarked. The original standing box is made from solid mahogany with a blue velvet interior and still retains all of its original labels inside. All the cutlery is original and is all hallmarked the same for SHEFFIELD 1935 with the maker of Viners of Sheffield apart from the large ladle which is hallmarked for LONDON 1928 but also Viners. All the knives have composite white handles with the steel blades all marked Whytock & Sons of Dundee. Every piece is in basically mint condition. It doesn't look like it has been used much at all. Hopefully the pictures say it all !!!!

The silver cutlery is all heavy duty and beautifully made.

The combined weight of all the silver is around 4850g / 171oz

Please note knife handles are NOT ivory but a composite ivorine.

Cabinet Size; 28 1/2" wide by 16" deep by 29" high

CIRCA; 1935

HALLMARKED; SHEFFIELD 1935 by Emile Viners (Viners Ltd) all pieces except for the large ladle which is hallmarked LONDON 1928 also by Emile Viners (Viners Ltd).

Made and put together by WHYTOCK & SONS of DUNDEE

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
72.5cm (28.54")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this Solid Silver Cutlery Canteen to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152601
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Description
Fine quality and condition 115 piece SOLID STERLING SILVER canteen of cutlery made and sold by Whytock & Sons of Dundee.
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All the silver cutlery is by Viners of Sheffield apart from the large ladle which is by Viners of London.
Carse Antiques

All the silver is fully hallmarked. The original standing box is made from solid mahogany with a blue velvet interior and still retains all of its original labels inside. All the cutlery is original and is all hallmarked the same for SHEFFIELD 1935 with the maker of Viners of Sheffield apart from the large ladle which is hallmarked for LONDON 1928 but also Viners. All the knives have composite white handles with the steel blades all marked Whytock & Sons of Dundee. Every piece is in basically mint condition. It doesn't look like it has been used much at all. Hopefully the pictures say it all !!!!

fig 1. An open mahogany cutlery table displaying a complete set of arranged silver flatware lined with blue velvet.
fig 1. Solid Silver Canteen of Cutlery. 115 Pieces.

The silver cutlery is all heavy duty and beautifully made.

The combined weight of all the silver is around 4850g / 171oz

Please note knife handles are NOT ivory but a composite ivorine.

Cabinet Size; 28 1/2" wide by 16" deep by 29" high

fig 2. An open mahogany cutlery table displaying a complete set of arranged silver flatware lined with blue velvet.
fig 2. Solid Silver Canteen of Cutlery. 115 Pieces.

CIRCA; 1935

HALLMARKED; SHEFFIELD 1935 by Emile Viners (Viners Ltd) all pieces except for the large ladle which is hallmarked LONDON 1928 also by Emile Viners (Viners Ltd).

Made and put together by WHYTOCK & SONS of DUNDEE

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
72.5cm (28.54")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this Solid Silver Cutlery Canteen to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152601
Carse Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specialists in georgian and earlier furniture

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Archive I An open mahogany cutlery table displaying a complete set of arranged silver flatware lined with blue velvet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Solid Silver Canteen of Cutlery. 115 Pieces.

Archive II An open mahogany cutlery table displaying a complete set of arranged silver flatware lined with blue velvet. View II
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Location
The Mill Room
Rait Antique Centre
Rait
Perthshire
PH2 7RT
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An open mahogany cutlery table displaying a complete set of arranged silver flatware lined with blue velvet.
Solid Silver Canteen of Cutlery. 115 Pieces.
Ref: SA1152601
An open mahogany cutlery table displaying a complete set of arranged silver flatware lined with blue velvet.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCutlery Canteens
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleGeorgian / Victorian
  • MaterialSilver, Mahogany, Velvet
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFitted velvet interior, Hinged lid, Tapered legs, Bracket brasses
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 72.5 cm (29 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

Canteens of cutlery evolved in the 18th and 19th centuries as wealthy households required dedicated, organised storage to protect large sets of matching silver flatware from damage and tarnish.

These sets traditionally feature sterling silver or plate for the flatware, often with bone, ivory, or mother-of-pearl handles, housed within a fitted hardwood case lined with baize or velvet.

Authentic pieces are identified through British hallmark stamps on the silver components, makers marks, traditional dovetail construction on the wooden cabinet, and period-appropriate locking mechanisms.

Positioned as a standalone furniture piece or sideboard in a dining room, it serves both as a functional dining asset and a sophisticated nod to traditional craftsmanship.

Regular use helps prevent tarnish on the silver, while the wooden cabinet should be kept out of direct sunlight and treated periodically with appropriate furniture wax to preserve the finish.
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