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Victorian Doulton Lambeth Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel
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Victorian Doulton Lambeth Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel

19th century
Description

A beautiful Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel, dated 1883. The cylindrical body is decorated in traditional blues and greens with bands of scrolling decoration. It has a silver plated rim with a swing handle and a silver plated lid.

Impressed factory marks and incised artist monogram to the base for Louisa E Edwards.

It is in very good condition with no damages or restoration. There are some minor signs of age and use and some light wear and tarnishing to the plate in places nothing detrimental. There is a small imperfection on the body which looks like some stray paint trapped below the glaze (see photo) but overall it displays well.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £8

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Doulton Biscuit Barrel to the Victorian era.

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SA1232265
Description
A beautiful Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel, dated 1883.
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The cylindrical body is decorated in traditional blues and greens with bands of scrolling decoration.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

It has a silver plated rim with a swing handle and a silver plated lid.

fig 1. A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial.
fig 1. Victorian Doulton Lambeth Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel

Impressed factory marks and incised artist monogram to the base for Louisa E Edwards.

It is in very good condition with no damages or restoration. There are some minor signs of age and use and some light wear and tarnishing to the plate in places nothing detrimental. There is a small imperfection on the body which looks like some stray paint trapped below the glaze (see photo) but overall it displays well.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £8

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Doulton Biscuit Barrel to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1232265
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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Archive I A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial.

Victorian Doulton Lambeth Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel

Archive II A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial. View II
Archive III A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial. View III
Archive IV A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial. View IV
Archive V A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial. View V
Archive VI A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial. View VI
Archive VII A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial. View VII
Archive VIII A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial. View VIII
Archive IX A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial. View IX
Archive X A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial. View X
Archive XI A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial. View XI
Archive XII A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial. View XII
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A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial.
Victorian Doulton Lambeth Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel
Ref: SA1232265
A cylindrical Victorian Doulton Lambeth stoneware biscuit barrel featuring cobalt blue and beige scrollwork decoration, fitted with a silver-plated lid, swing handle, and finial.
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A biscuit barrel is a decorative tableware container introduced during the Victorian era to serve and preserve biscuits during afternoon tea. These vessels were typically constructed from ceramic, glass, or stoneware and equipped with metal lids and carrying handles.

Doulton Lambeth biscuit barrels were primarily crafted from salt-glazed or lead-glazed stoneware, decorated with slip casting, relief moulding, and hand-applied glazes. The rims, lids, and swing handles were commonly constructed from silver plate or sterling silver.

Authentic pieces feature impressed factory marks on the unglazed base, including the Doulton Lambeth rosette stamp, production dates, and specific artist or assistant monograms. Silver mounts often carry electroplate maker marks or silver hallmarks along the rim.

These decorative containers function well as focal points on kitchen islands, sideboards, or open dresser shelves. They can be displayed as standalone decorative vessels or utilised as functional storage for small utensils and accessories.

Wipe the glazed stoneware with a soft, damp cloth and mild dish soap, avoiding full immersion in water to protect the metal joinery. Silver-plated fittings should be gently polished using a dedicated silver cloth to prevent excessive abrasion of the plated layer.
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