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Lovely Antique Edwardian Biscuit Barrel
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Lovely Antique Edwardian Biscuit Barrel

1900 - 1920
Description

Lovely quality antique Edwardian biscuit barrel, having a quality biscuit barrel with a bulbous shaped body decorated with blossoms, leaves and vines in eye catching blue, orange and gold tones on a white ground, to the top having a cobalt blue band with gold gilding detail, having the original pewter lid and shaped swing handle to the top.

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Antique Imari Biscuit Barrel to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1196597
Dealers Internal Reference
1773
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Description
Lovely quality antique Edwardian biscuit barrel, having a quality biscuit barrel with a bulbous shaped body decorated with blossoms, leaves and vines in eye catching blue, orange and gold tones on a white ground, to the top having a cobalt blue band with gold gilding detail, having the original pewter lid and shaped swing handle to the top.
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Antique Imari Biscuit Barrel to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1196597
Dealers Internal Ref
1773
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021
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An Edwardian Imari-patterned ceramic biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue, terracotta, and gold floral motifs with a silver-plated lid and handle.
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Archive I An Edwardian Imari-patterned ceramic biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue, terracotta, and gold floral motifs with a silver-plated lid and handle.

Lovely Antique Edwardian Biscuit Barrel

Archive II An Edwardian Imari-patterned ceramic biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue, terracotta, and gold floral motifs with a silver-plated lid and handle. View II
Archive III An Edwardian Imari-patterned ceramic biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue, terracotta, and gold floral motifs with a silver-plated lid and handle. View III
Archive IV An Edwardian Imari-patterned ceramic biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue, terracotta, and gold floral motifs with a silver-plated lid and handle. View IV
Archive V An Edwardian Imari-patterned ceramic biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue, terracotta, and gold floral motifs with a silver-plated lid and handle. View V
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Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

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An Edwardian Imari-patterned ceramic biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue, terracotta, and gold floral motifs with a silver-plated lid and handle.
Lovely antique Edwardian biscuit barrel
Ref: SA1196597
An Edwardian Imari-patterned ceramic biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue, terracotta, and gold floral motifs with a silver-plated lid and handle.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBiscuit Barrels
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialCeramic, Silver Plate
  • ColourCobalt Blue
  • MotifsImari floral pattern, Fluted lid, Swinging arch handle, Gilded rim
  • SizeH 23 cm (9 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

This Edwardian biscuit barrel dates from 1900 and exemplifies classic English Country House style. The bulbous ceramic body is decorated with an Imari floral pattern displaying cobalt blue, terracotta, and gold motifs over a white ground, complemented by a gilded rim and a cobalt blue shoulder band. A fluted, silver-plated lid sits flush on top, fitted with a spherical finial and a swinging arch handle with ornate side scrolls. The piece rests on a decorated pedestal foot with intricate gilding and blue accents. Measuring 23 cm high, 15 cm wide, and 15 cm deep, this lidded container fits neatly on a sideboard top in a dining room, living area, or kitchen as a decorative container or serving vessel.

FAQs

An Edwardian biscuit barrel is a decorative table container produced during the early 20th century, specifically designed to store baked goods and keep them fresh during tea service.

These containers were commonly crafted from glazed earthenware, porcelain, or glass, featuring silver-plated, pewter, or nickel-plated lids, rims, and overhead carrying handles.

Authentic pieces feature characteristic cobalt blue, terracotta red, and gilt hand-painted decoration, often accompanied by manufacturer backstamps or painted registration numbers on the base.

Position the barrel on a kitchen island, sideboard, or tea trolley as a decorative focal point that introduces historical pattern and texture to modern cabinetry.

Clean the ceramic body gently using warm water and mild soap, avoiding immersion of metal components. Polish the silver-plated elements with a soft cloth to manage oxidisation.
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