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Set of 3 C19th Regency Period 'Old Sheffield-plate' Meat-covers.
M Lees and Sons
for sale €1,872     $2,032
£1,600
M Lees and Sons

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Set of 3 C19th Regency Period 'Old Sheffield-plate' Meat-covers.

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Set of 3 C19th Regency period 'Old Sheffield-Plate' meat covers. Large pair of covers + smaller size with meat-draining dish. All engraved with matching armorial device on inset silver panel,(large covers engraved on both sides), which appears to be a harnessed camel-head (symbolises docility, patience and perseverance in heraldry ) over a Baronets bar. All-over gadrooned ,ribbed and fluted decoration. Generally good original condition , some "bleeding" and minor tarnishing to the plate, and one or two minor dents. No visible makers mark .Detachable leaf- cast scroll handles. Great visual statement for display on a sideboard or serving table and use on the dining table. Pair of large covers W 20"x D 14"x H (inc. handle) 12".

Smaller cover W 16" x D 11" x H 9" .

Dish W 20" x D 15" x H 2 ".

England c.1820

Physical Dimensions
Height
22.86cm (9.00")
Width
50.8001cm (20.00")
Depth
38.1001cm (15.00")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated these Regency Silver Meat Covers to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA226145
Dealers Internal Reference
MLB136
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Set of 3 C19th Regency period 'Old Sheffield-Plate' meat covers. Large pair of covers + smaller size with meat-draining dish. All engraved with matching armorial device on inset silver panel,(large covers engraved on both sides), which appears to be a harnessed camel-head (symbolises docility, patience and perseverance in heraldry ) over a Baronets bar. All-over gadrooned ,ribbed and fluted decoration.
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Generally good original condition , some "bleeding" and minor tarnishing to the plate, and one or two minor dents.
M Lees and Sons

No visible makers mark .Detachable leaf- cast scroll handles. Great visual statement for display on a sideboard or serving table and use on the dining table. Pair of large covers W 20"x D 14"x H (inc. handle) 12".

Smaller cover W 16" x D 11" x H 9" .

Dish W 20" x D 15" x H 2 ".

England c.1820

Height
22.86cm (9.00")
Width
50.8001cm (20.00")
Depth
38.1001cm (15.00")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Regency Silver Meat Covers to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA226145
Dealers Internal Ref
MLB136
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 350
Items Sold 1,589
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
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Location: Tower House, 1 Castle Place, Severn St, Worcester, WR1 2NB, United Kingdom
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A set of three 19th-century Regency Old Sheffield Plate silver meat covers with fluted domes and decorative scroll handles.
Set of 3 C19th Regency period 'Old Sheffield-Plate' meat-covers.
Ref: SA226145
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Old Sheffield Plate was invented in the mid-18th century by Thomas Boulsover and involved fusing a layer of sterling silver onto a copper ingot before rolling it into sheets. During the Regency period, this technique was extensively used to craft tableware and dining accessories for affluent households.

Traditional 19th-century meat covers were predominantly crafted from Old Sheffield Plate, electroplated nickel silver, or solid sterling silver. The interior was often tinned or left as silvered copper, while the handles were cast separately and riveted or bolted to the main dome.

Authentic Old Sheffield Plate items typically show a warm copper undertone where the silver layer has worn through over time, a visual characteristic known as bleeding. They often feature turned-over edges where silver foil was folded to conceal the copper core, alongside hand-drawn fluting or applied die-struck mounts.

Silver meat covers can be arranged in a graduated set atop a dining room sideboard, dresser, or serving console to create a dramatic focal point. They can also be integrated into open kitchen shelving or used as decorative table centerpieces.

Maintain Old Sheffield Plate by dusting with a soft, lint-free cloth and using specialized non-abrasive silver polish sparingly. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive scouring pads, as excessive scrubbing will strip away the fused silver layer and expose the copper beneath.
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