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Elegant Edwardian Silver Tea Caddy by the Barker Brothers, Chester 1908
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Elegant Edwardian Silver Tea Caddy by the Barker Brothers, Chester 1908

1900 - 1920
Sold 30 November 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This good quality, good gauge, solid silver sugar bowl is dated Chester 1908 and bears the marks of the Barker Brothers. Of traditional form, the fluted lower section raised on a flat oval pedestal base. The domed hinged lid with decorative flame finial. The interior with the original pale gilt wash.

Hallmarks:

HEB over FEB for the Barker Brothers.

Chester Assay.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "H" for 1908.

Dimensions and weight:

Height up to finial: 12cm / 3 inches.

Length:: 10cm / 4 inches.

Width: 8.5 cm / 3.2 inches.

Weight: 135 g / 4.3 oz.

Condition:

In very good condition.

Hallmarks a little faint but readable .

Partial hallmarks on inner lid very crisp.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Tea Caddy to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1171924
Dealers Internal Reference
OCT80
Description
This good quality, good gauge, solid silver sugar bowl is dated Chester 1908 and bears the marks of the Barker Brothers. Of traditional form, the fluted lower section raised on a flat oval pedestal base. The domed hinged lid with decorative flame finial. The interior with the original pale gilt wash.
fig 1. An antique Edwardian sterling silver tea caddy featuring fluted decoration, a fitted domed lid with a spiral finial, and clear hallmarks on the body.
fig 1. Elegant Edwardian Silver Tea Caddy by the Barker Brothers, Chester 1908

Hallmarks:

HEB over FEB for the Barker Brothers.

Chester Assay.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "H" for 1908.

Dimensions and weight:

Height up to finial: 12cm / 3 inches.

Length:: 10cm / 4 inches.

Width: 8.5 cm / 3.2 inches.

fig 2. An antique Edwardian sterling silver tea caddy featuring fluted decoration, a fitted domed lid with a spiral finial, and clear hallmarks on the body.
fig 2. Elegant Edwardian Silver Tea Caddy by the Barker Brothers, Chester 1908

Weight: 135 g / 4.3 oz.

Condition:

In very good condition.

Hallmarks a little faint but readable .

Partial hallmarks on inner lid very crisp.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24

fig 3. An antique Edwardian sterling silver tea caddy featuring fluted decoration, a fitted domed lid with a spiral finial, and clear hallmarks on the body.
fig 3. Elegant Edwardian Silver Tea Caddy by the Barker Brothers, Chester 1908

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Tea Caddy to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1171924
Dealers Internal Ref
OCT80
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Archive I An antique Edwardian sterling silver tea caddy featuring fluted decoration, a fitted domed lid with a spiral finial, and clear hallmarks on the body. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Elegant Edwardian Silver Tea Caddy by the Barker Brothers, Chester 1908

Archive II An antique Edwardian sterling silver tea caddy featuring fluted decoration, a fitted domed lid with a spiral finial, and clear hallmarks on the body. View II
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An antique Edwardian sterling silver tea caddy featuring fluted decoration, a fitted domed lid with a spiral finial, and clear hallmarks on the body.
ELEGANT EDWARDIAN SILVER TEA CADDY BY THE BARKER BROTHERS, CHESTER 1908
Ref: SA1171924
An antique Edwardian sterling silver tea caddy featuring fluted decoration, a fitted domed lid with a spiral finial, and clear hallmarks on the body.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTea Caddy
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFluted body, Domed lid, Spiral finial, Hallmarks
  • SizeH 12 cm (5 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 8.5 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Edwardian silver typically draws inspiration from earlier Georgian and Neoclassical designs, featuring lighter, graceful proportions, intricate fluting, and refined decorative motifs produced during the reign of King Edward VII.

These pieces were traditionally handcrafted from sterling silver using techniques such as spinning, hammering, and chasing, often finished with detailed hallmarks indicating the maker, assay office, and year of production.

Authenticity is verified through clear sovereign hallmarks stamped directly onto the metal, including the makers mark, standard silver mark, date letter for the specific year, and the assay office town mark.

An antique silver tea caddy functions effectively as a decorative accent piece on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or open shelf, adding a reflective metallic texture and historical contrast to contemporary spaces.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a specialized non-abrasive silver polish and a soft cloth to remove tarnish, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can damage the underlying metal and erase desirable patination.
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