Sold: Welsh Art Nouveau Silver Napkin Ring by Thomas Henry

Name: Welsh Art Nouveau Silver Napkin Ring by Thomas Henry Rothwell
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1180069
Price: 120 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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ObjectNapkin Rings
Period1900 - 1920
StyleArt Nouveau
MaterialSterling Silver
ColourSilver
MotifsEmbossed floral motifs, Whiplash foliage, Rolled rims, Chased detail
SizeH 5.3 cm (2 in) x W 4.2 cm (2 in) x D 4.2 cm (2 in)

This Edwardian sterling silver napkin ring represents the Art Nouveau style, designed by Thomas Henry Rothwell and bearing Chester hallmarks for 1907 alongside stamped maker's initials. The piece has a reflective silver finish and a cylindrical form, decorated with continuous embossed floral motifs, stylized whiplash foliage, chased detail, three small circles near the lower edge, and rolled everted rims. Signs of age and handling appear as slight surface softening on the raised repoussé work and minor metallic patination in the recessed areas. Measuring 5.3 cm high and 4.2 cm in diameter, the item sits comfortably on a dining table or sideboard. In a contemporary home, it functions practically during formal dinners or everyday family meals, while also serving as a decorative table accent when not in use.

FAQs

Art Nouveau silverware is characterised by organic forms, sinuous whiplash lines, and naturalistic motifs such as stylized flowers and foliage. Popularised between 1890 and 1910, this movement favoured flowing compositions and expressive hand-carved detailing over strict classical symmetry.

Antique napkin rings were typically crafted from sterling silver or silver plate using metalworking techniques like casting, chasing, and repousse hammering. Craftspeople pressed relief patterns directly into the cylindrical metal band and finished the top and bottom with rolled edges.

Authentic silver pieces feature official hallmarks that indicate the makers mark, silver purity grade, assay office symbol, and date stamp. Furthermore, genuine period items display natural hand-tooling marks and subtle surface wear consistent with age rather than uniform machine production.

Antique silver napkin rings can be paired with neutral linen napkins atop stone or timber dining tables to create balanced visual contrast. Mixing individual period silver napkin rings across a table setting adds varied texture and historical interest to contemporary dining spaces.

Maintain silver napkin rings by wiping them gently with a soft cloth and a specialized silver polish designed to remove oxidisation without abrading the surface detail. Avoid harsh chemicals or dishwasher cleaning, and store the items in anti-tarnish cloth pouches when not in use.

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Welsh Art Nouveau Silver Napkin Ring by Thomas Henry Rothwell

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