Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Georgian Sheffield Plate Set to the 1800s.

Each piece is formed in copper and fused with silver using the original Sheffield plate technique, a painstaking process that predates electroplating. The result is a warm, characterful silver surface that acquires a rich patina over time - here, complemented by subtle glimpses of the copper beneath, a hallmark of genuine age and authenticity.

The rims are adorned with a deeply cast gadrooned border, scrolling in bold curves reminiscent of late 18th-century neoclassical design. Both the acanthus leaf-capped handles and the ornate cast feet reflect the skilled silversmithing typical of early 19th-century English workmanship.

Inside, both the bowl and jug retain their original gilt-washed interiors, protecting the contents from tarnish while adding a luxurious, golden tone.
Measurements:
Bowl:
Height: 4 3/4" (approx. 12cm)
Width handle to handle: 8" (approx. 20cm)

Diameter of bowl: 5" (approx. 12.5cm)
Milk Jug:
Height: 4" (approx. 10cm)
Width handle to spout: 7" (approx. 18cm)
Diameter of bowl: 4" (approx. 10cm)
Total weight: 950g
In good condition – Surface wear and warm copper bleed-through in expected areas, typical of early Sheffield plate and adding historic character. Gilding remains largely intact with some softening.
Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Georgian Sheffield Plate Set to the 1800s.
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