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Victorian Antique Scottish Silver and Granite Barrel Vinaigrette, C.1860
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for sale €2,334     $2,534
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Victorian Antique Scottish Silver and Granite Barrel Vinaigrette, C.1860

19th century
Description

A very unusual Victorian antique Scottish silver and granite barrel vinaigrette. Probably made in Aberdeen around 1860 by James Rettie. Although unmarked this granite vinaigrette is typical of granite items made by James Rettie during the mid Victorian period. Indeed this item is made from alternate bands of gray granite from Rubislaw quarry in Aberdeen and pink granite from the fishing town of Peterhead. It has a silver gilt grill intricately engraved on the interior and overall the vinaigrette is in really good condition. A great addition to any collection.

Weight; 35 grams approximately.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Declaration

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Scottish Silver Granite Vinaigrette to the Victorian era.

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SA1227397
Dealers Internal Reference
7873-528
Description
A very unusual Victorian antique Scottish silver and granite barrel vinaigrette. Probably made in Aberdeen around 1860 by James Rettie.
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Although unmarked this granite vinaigrette is typical of granite items made by James Rettie during the mid Victorian period.
Highland Antiques Ltd

Indeed this item is made from alternate bands of gray granite from Rubislaw quarry in Aberdeen and pink granite from the fishing town of Peterhead. It has a silver gilt grill intricately engraved on the interior and overall the vinaigrette is in really good condition. A great addition to any collection.

Weight; 35 grams approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Scottish Silver Granite Vinaigrette to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1227397
Dealers Internal Ref
7873-528
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

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Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A small Victorian barrel-shaped silver vinaigrette with staves of polished pink and grey granite, shown open to reveal an internal pierced gilt grille.
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Archive I A small Victorian barrel-shaped silver vinaigrette with staves of polished pink and grey granite, shown open to reveal an internal pierced gilt grille.

Victorian Antique Scottish Silver and Granite Barrel Vinaigrette, C.1860

Archive II A small Victorian barrel-shaped silver vinaigrette with staves of polished pink and grey granite, shown open to reveal an internal pierced gilt grille. View II
Archive III A small Victorian barrel-shaped silver vinaigrette with staves of polished pink and grey granite, shown open to reveal an internal pierced gilt grille. View III
Archive IV A small Victorian barrel-shaped silver vinaigrette with staves of polished pink and grey granite, shown open to reveal an internal pierced gilt grille. View IV
Archive V A small Victorian barrel-shaped silver vinaigrette with staves of polished pink and grey granite, shown open to reveal an internal pierced gilt grille. View V
Archive VI A small Victorian barrel-shaped silver vinaigrette with staves of polished pink and grey granite, shown open to reveal an internal pierced gilt grille. View VI
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A small Victorian barrel-shaped silver vinaigrette with staves of polished pink and grey granite, shown open to reveal an internal pierced gilt grille.
Victorian antique Scottish silver and granite barrel vinaigrette, c.1860
Ref: SA1227397
A small Victorian barrel-shaped silver vinaigrette with staves of polished pink and grey granite, shown open to reveal an internal pierced gilt grille.
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  • ObjectVinaigrettes & Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Scottish
  • MaterialSilver, Granite, Gilt Metal
  • ColourSilver, Pink, Grey
  • MotifsBarrel form, Pierced scroll grille, Faceted granite staves, Octagonal rim
  • SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 3.5 cm (1 in)

This Victorian antique Scottish silver and granite barrel vinaigrette dates from around 1860 in the Victorian style. The piece takes a barrel form, constructed from alternate vertical faceted staves of grey granite and pink granite bound by silver mounts, featuring an octagonal rim and an internal gilt metal pierced scroll grille. The hinged lid opens to reveal a polished stone interior matching the exterior staves, while the top of the body holds the intricate grille with a side hinge and catch. It measures 4 cm high, 3 cm wide, and 3.5 cm deep. Today, this collector's piece works well displayed on an office desk or within a cabinet as a cabinet display item, bringing historical Scottish craft to a study or living area. The compact form sits upright on its flat base, with the contrasting grey and pink stone segments creating a natural pattern complemented by the bright silver and gold-toned metalwork.

FAQs

A vinaigrette is a small decorative container produced primarily during the 18th and 19th centuries, designed to hold a sponge soaked in aromatic vinegar or liquid perfume to mask unpleasant environmental odours.

Scottish vinaigrettes were typically constructed from silver or gilt metal and frequently featured locally sourced polished stones, including pink and grey granite, jasper, and native agates inlaid into geometric or barrel forms.

Authentic period examples feature hand-pierced internal gilt grilles, distinct stone inlay work, and silver hallmarks or makers marks corresponding to Scottish or British assay offices from the Victorian era.

Small antique silver pieces can be displayed on an office desk, arranged within a glass collectors cabinet, or styled atop a stack of books on a shelf.

Dust the item using a soft dry microfibre cloth and polish silver surfaces gently with a dry silver-polishing cloth, avoiding chemical immersion liquids that could alter the stone or weaken adhesives.
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