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Antique Silver Plated Pierced Biscuit Barrel with Glass Liner – Circa 1905
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Antique Silver Plated Pierced Biscuit Barrel with Glass Liner – Circa 1905

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Kingsdown Antiques (Reserved for a buyer)
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A Lovely Edwardian silver plated pierced biscuit barrel with a pierced gallery, hinged lid, and frosted glass liner. The central panel is pierced with the word ‘Biscuits’. The hinged lid has a neat beaded rim and a crisp engraved border detail that adds refinement without feeling overly ornate. The finial is a small, classical-style knop. Inside sits a removable frosted glass liner, giving a practical, washable insert for biscuits, sweets, or pot-pourri – circa 1905.

* A practical antique-style container that still suits modern living for biscuits, sweets, or scented botanicals.

Measurements:

Height: 6 1/2" (approx. 16.5cm)

Width of base: 8" (approx. 20cm)

Depth of base: 6 1/2" (approx. 16.5cm)

Total weight: 1796g

In good condition – The silver plate presents with a bright overall tone and gentle surface wear consistent with age and careful use. The hinge is fully functional, and the lid sits neatly when closed.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Declaration

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1200080
Dealers Internal Reference
KD53104
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A Lovely Edwardian silver plated pierced biscuit barrel with a pierced gallery, hinged lid, and frosted glass liner. The central panel is pierced with the word ‘Biscuits’.
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The hinged lid has a neat beaded rim and a crisp engraved border detail that adds refinement without feeling overly ornate.
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The finial is a small, classical-style knop. Inside sits a removable frosted glass liner, giving a practical, washable insert for biscuits, sweets, or pot-pourri – circa 1905.

fig 1. An Edwardian silver plated biscuit barrel featuring pierced scrollwork spelling out the word biscuits, a matching tray base, and a hinged lid with a decorative finial.
fig 1. Antique Silver Plated Pierced Biscuit Barrel with Glass Liner – Circa 1905

A practical antique-style container that still suits modern living for biscuits, sweets, or scented botanicals.

Measurements:

Height: 6 1/2" (approx. 16.5cm)

Width of base: 8" (approx. 20cm)

Depth of base: 6 1/2" (approx. 16.5cm)

fig 2. An Edwardian silver plated biscuit barrel featuring pierced scrollwork spelling out the word biscuits, a matching tray base, and a hinged lid with a decorative finial.
fig 2. Antique Silver Plated Pierced Biscuit Barrel with Glass Liner – Circa 1905

Total weight: 1796g

In good condition – The silver plate presents with a bright overall tone and gentle surface wear consistent with age and careful use. The hinge is fully functional, and the lid sits neatly when closed.

Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1200080
Dealers Internal Ref
KD53104
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Archive I An Edwardian silver plated biscuit barrel featuring pierced scrollwork spelling out the word biscuits, a matching tray base, and a hinged lid with a decorative finial.

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An Edwardian silver plated biscuit barrel featuring pierced scrollwork spelling out the word biscuits, a matching tray base, and a hinged lid with a decorative finial.
Antique Silver Plated Pierced Biscuit Barrel with Glass Liner – circa 1905
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An Edwardian silver plated biscuit barrel featuring pierced scrollwork spelling out the word biscuits, a matching tray base, and a hinged lid with a decorative finial.
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  • ObjectBiscuit Barrels
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSilver Plate, Glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced fretwork, Beaded borders, Cutout lettering, Cast finial
  • SizeH 16.5 cm (6 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 16.5 cm (6 in)

This Edwardian silver-plated biscuit barrel and matching tray base comes from around 1905 and brings traditional English Country House style to a home. The silver-plated exterior features elaborate pierced fretwork with repeating geometric and scroll motifs, framing a central cutout panel that spells out the word 'biscuits'. Beaded borders edge the drum-shaped body, the circular tray, and the hinged lid, which is topped by a small cast classical-style knop finial. Inside the bright silver container sits a removable frosted glass liner, and the entire assembly rests upon four small cast scroll feet attached to the tray base. Measuring 16.5 cm high, 20 cm wide, and 16.5 cm deep, the vessel presents a bright overall silver tone with gentle surface wear consistent with age and careful use. Today, this decorative container provides a practical storage solution for a sideboard top or dining table, serving to hold biscuits, sweets, or scented botanicals in a living room, dining room, or kitchen. The hinged lid operates with a fully functional mechanism, sitting neatly when closed to protect the contents within the washable glass insert. The combination of reflective metallic surfaces, frosted glass texture, and openwork scrolling creates an ornamental display piece that integrates into traditional and contemporary interior settings alike. The sturdy tray base catches crumbs while elevating the barrel, providing both utility and period charm for everyday use or display during entertaining.

FAQs

Popularised in late 19th and early 20th century Britain, a biscuit barrel is a tabletop vessel designed to serve and store baked goods, often featuring decorative pierced metalwork and an internal glass liner.

These items typically feature electroplated nickel silver outer frames with intricate pierced or engraved detailing, paired with removable glass liners to protect the metal from food moisture.

Authentic pieces display maker marks, such as EPNS or specific manufacturer hallmarks on the underside, alongside characteristic turn-of-the-century motifs like fretwork, beaded borders, and cast finials.

It can be placed as a decorative accent on a dining room sideboard, repurposed as a vanity container for cotton pads on a dressing table, or integrated into an afternoon tea service setup.

Hand wash the glass liner with warm soapy water, and clean the silver plated exterior using a soft cloth with specialised silver polish to prevent wear on the plating and preserve oxidised detailing.
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