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A Splendid Mappin & Webb 62 Piece Princes Plate Mahogany Canteen of Cutlery.
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A Splendid Mappin & Webb 62 Piece Princes Plate Mahogany Canteen of Cutlery.

1900 - 1920
Sold 14 December 2025 · Atropos Antiques
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A splendid unused 62 piece mahogany canteen of cutlery by mappin & webb. Princes plate. Circa 1920.

This canteen is a true 'sleeper' as it has never been used and is in excellent condition. Princes plate was a superior style by mappin & webb and incorporated a process of triple plating that ensured very long lasting finish and durability.

All handles fashioned in ivorine. (this being a contemporary substitute for ivory).

This set is for six place settings and includes carving knife and fork, sauce ladles, fish knives and forks etc, etc, the images show all facets of the collection. The only missing item is the knife sharpener which is an advantage as sharpeners were responsible for ruining bladed items.

Delivery can be arranged.

Dimensions.

Width. 16 inches.

Height. 8 inches.

Front to back. 12.75 inches.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
32.5cm (12.80")
Declaration

Atropos Antiques has dated this Mahogany Canteen of Cutlery to the 1920s.

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SA1182233
Dealers Internal Reference
GM/SO
Dealers Notes

georgemorgan90@gmail.com

Description
A splendid unused 62 piece mahogany canteen of cutlery by mappin & webb. Princes plate. Circa 1920.

This canteen is a true 'sleeper' as it has never been used and is in excellent condition.

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Princes plate was a superior style by mappin & webb and incorporated a process of triple plating that ensured very long lasting finish and durability.
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fig 1. An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles.
fig 1. A Splendid Mappin & Webb 62 Piece Princes Plate Mahogany Canteen of Cutlery.

All handles fashioned in ivorine. (this being a contemporary substitute for ivory).

This set is for six place settings and includes carving knife and fork, sauce ladles, fish knives and forks etc, etc, the images show all facets of the collection. The only missing item is the knife sharpener which is an advantage as sharpeners were responsible for ruining bladed items.

Delivery can be arranged.

Dimensions.

Width. 16 inches.

Height. 8 inches.

Front to back. 12.75 inches.

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
32.5cm (12.80")
Date of Manufacture

Atropos Antiques has dated this Mahogany Canteen of Cutlery to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1182233
Dealers Internal Ref
GM/SO
Atropos Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2011
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Archive I An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Splendid Mappin & Webb 62 Piece Princes Plate Mahogany Canteen of Cutlery.

Archive II An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles. View II
Archive III An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles. View III
Archive IV An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles. View IV
Archive V An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles. View V
Archive VI An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles. View VI
Archive VII An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles. View VII
Archive VIII An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles. View VIII
Archive IX An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles. View IX
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Telephone 07973 302190
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The Old W.I. Hall
Springfield
Hartland
North Devon
EX39 6BG
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Nov 2011
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An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles.
A SPLENDID MAPPIN & WEBB 62 PIECE PRINCES PLATE MAHOGANY CANTEEN OF CUTLERY.
Ref: SA1182233
An open polished mahogany cutlery canteen reveals an organised interior lined with brown felt, holding rows of silver-plated knives, forks, and spoons with pale handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCutlery Canteens
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Silver Plate, Felt, Bone
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsFitted velvet-lined interior, Hinged lid with drop-down drawer, Brass hardware, Bone-handled flatware
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 32.5 cm (13 in)

FAQs

A canteen of cutlery is a fitted box or chest designed to store a complete set of tableware securely. Silver plating techniques developed significantly during the 19th century, making elegant flatware accessible to a broader middle-class demographic and leading to a surge in the production of fitted canteens.

Chests were typically crafted from hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, often featuring fitted interiors lined with baize, velvet, or felt. The cutlery itself generally comprises silver-plated or sterling silver components, frequently paired with bone, ivory, or celluloid handles.

Authentic sets usually display makers marks or hallmarks stamped onto the metal blades or stems, indicating the manufacturer, such as Mappin & Webb, alongside symbols denoting silver plating quality or metal composition. Examining the dovetail joinery and brass hardware of the wooden case also helps verify period authenticity.

An antique wooden chest can be displayed closed upon a sideboard, buffet, or console table to add warmth, texture, and a sense of history to a dining room. Alternatively, the fitted interior can be utilised to organise contemporary dining accessories or small collectables.

Keep the wooden exterior nourished using microcrystalline wax or appropriate furniture polish, avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity. For silver-plated items, store them in tarnish-resistant cloth and clean periodically with specialised, non-abrasive silver polish to maintain their lustre.
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