Regent Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
The base is further embellished with superb matching chased acanthus leaves and flowers, on four fabulous chased feet.
The underside of each centrepiece bears the makers' mark and the impressed stamp of Elkington and Co dating them to 1887
A lot of intricate detailing has gone into the creation of this beautiful pair, they are extremely well designed and attractive items that can only grow in value.
Condition:
In excellent condition with clear makers marks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 20.5 cm x Width 25 cm x Depth 18 cm
Dimensions in inches:
Height 8 inches x Width 10 inches x Depth 7 inches
Elkington & Co
was a silver manufacturer from Birmingham, England.
The firm was founded by George Richards Elkington and his brother, Henry Elkington, in the 1830s. It operated under the name G. R. Elkington & Co. until 1842, when a third partner, Josiah Mason, joined the firm. It operated as Elkington, Mason, & Co. until 1861, when the partnership with Mason was terminated. The firm operated independently as Elkington & Co. from 1861 until 1963. It was then taken over by British Silverware, Ltd. In 1971 British Silverware, Ltd. became a subsidiary of Delta Metal Co. Ltd.
Over the course of history it became very successful and was one of the prime producers of silver plating. Elkington received various royal warrants of appointments. One of their most famous pieces is the electrotype copy of the Jerningham Wine Cooler, at the Victoria & Albert Museum.
Our reference: A4518
Regent Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.
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Antique Pair English Victorian Elkington Silver Plate Centrepieces 1887 19th C
