Bushells Antiques has dated this Victorian Sterling Tea Service to the 19th Century.
A rare and highly decorative Victorian sterling silver bachelor tea service by the noted London silversmith George Fox, comprising a finely chased milk jug and matching twin-handled sugar bowl, both richly ornamented in the sought-after “Zodiac” or Indianesque pattern.
The quality of the chasing is exceptional, displaying deep relief and crisp detail typical of Fox’s best decorative work.
The sugar bowl is of elegant rounded form with two flowing handles, while the cream jug features a shaped pouring lip and a graceful C-scroll handle. The set forms part of an original three-piece bachelor tea service.
Both pieces retain their full London hallmarks, including:
• Lion passant (sterling standard)
• Leopard’s head (London assay office)
• Date letter for 1868
• Queen Victoria duty mark
• Maker’s mark G.F (George Fox)
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Dimensions & Weight
Milk Jug (incl. spout & handle):
21.5 × 12 × 10 cm
Total Weight:
428.7 grams (approx. 13.8 troy oz)
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Condition
Excellent antique condition with light age-related surface wear only. Crisp decoration and clear hallmarks throughout.
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Notes
George Fox’s elaborately chased silver is highly collectible, and the Indianesque/Zodiac pattern is particularly desirable among Victorian aesthetic movement designs. Ideal for collectors of fine English silver or as an elegant cabinet or table display piece.
Bushells Antiques has dated this Victorian Sterling Tea Service to the 19th Century.
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Antique George Fox Sterling Silver Zodiac Indianesque 3 Piece Teaset London 1886
