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Rare English Gardening Cruet in Silver Plate - Reg. 1854 - Cannons
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Rare English Gardening Cruet in Silver Plate - Reg. 1854 - Cannons

19th century
Sold by Puckerings
Sold 30 January 2025 · Puckerings
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Truly a rare (I would guess a commissioned item) cruet set with a gardening theme; the feet on each corner of the triangular base are made from cannon balls and three cannons sit on top.

I can only guess that this was made for a grand house or castle with an important garden and cannons were present; these elements then incorporated into this completely hand-made piece; something I have never seen before and will not again.

The central column is created from a rake, spade or shovel and a pitch form rising out of a naturalistic tree trunk base. On top of the base sits an open salt (with working front wheel) with spoon, a pepper pot in the form of a handled bucket or pail and lastly a watering can (the sprinkler unscrews) with spoon as a mustard pot. All beautifully executed.

There are then three grand glass ferns which again hand made and each with a little pin to sit into the three holders. Quite exceptional.

The underside of the stand is signed by the silversmith, PADLEY, PARKIN & STANIFORTH of Sheffield. Active (1846-1875) at 1 Watson Walk, Sheffield and 215 Salisbury Street, London.

The piece is also lucky enough to have an English design registration diamond shaped lozenge which allows us to date the design accurately to May 17th, 1858.

Excellent condition measuring approximately 10 1/4" x 10 1/4" x 11" tall.

Item: 42082

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Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Silver Plated Gardening Cruet to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27.9cm (10.98")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
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SA732303
Dealers Internal Reference
42082
Description
Truly a rare (I would guess a commissioned item) cruet set with a gardening theme; the feet on each corner of the triangular base are made from cannon balls and three cannons sit on top.

I can only guess that this was made for a grand house or castle with an important garden and cannons were present; these elements then incorporated into this completely hand-made piece; something I have never seen before and will not again.

“
The central column is created from a rake, spade or shovel and a pitch form rising out of a naturalistic tree trunk base.
Puckerings

On top of the base sits an open salt (with working front wheel) with spoon, a pepper pot in the form of a handled bucket or pail and lastly a watering can (the sprinkler unscrews) with spoon as a mustard pot. All beautifully executed.

fig 1. An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray.
fig 1. Rare English Gardening Cruet in Silver Plate - Reg. 1854 - Cannons

There are then three grand glass ferns which again hand made and each with a little pin to sit into the three holders. Quite exceptional.

The underside of the stand is signed by the silversmith, PADLEY, PARKIN & STANIFORTH of Sheffield. Active (1846-1875) at 1 Watson Walk, Sheffield and 215 Salisbury Street, London.

fig 2. An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray.
fig 2. Rare English Gardening Cruet in Silver Plate - Reg. 1854 - Cannons

The piece is also lucky enough to have an English design registration diamond shaped lozenge which allows us to date the design accurately to May 17th, 1858.

Excellent condition measuring approximately 10 1/4" x 10 1/4" x 11" tall.

Item: 42082

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Silver Plated Gardening Cruet to the 1860s.

Height
27.9cm (10.98")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA732303
Dealers Internal Ref
42082
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Archive I An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare English Gardening Cruet in Silver Plate - Reg. 1854 - Cannons

Archive II An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray. View II
Archive III An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray. View III
Archive IV An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray. View IV
Archive V An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray. View V
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Archive IX An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray. View IX
Archive X An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray. View X
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Archive XIV An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray. View XIV
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An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray.
Rare English Gardening Cruet In Silver Plate - Reg. 1854 - Cannons
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An elaborate Victorian silver plated gardening cruet set featuring miniature garden tools and frosted glass leaves on a small tray.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCruet Sets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver Plate, Glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsMiniature garden tools, Textured tree trunk central support, Frosted glass foliage, Beaded tray border
  • SizeH 27.9 cm (11 in) x W 26 cm (10 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

FAQs

A gardening cruet is a specialized novelty condiment set popular during the Victorian era, often featuring miniature garden implements like watering cans and rakes as part of the framework.

These pieces typically utilized a base metal such as Britannia metal or copper, which was then electroplated with silver, often accompanied by pressed or cut glass inserts for condiments.

Authenticity is usually verified through makers marks, registration diamond or lozenge stamps indicating the year of design, and the quality of hand-chased detailing on the silver plate.

This type of decorative object works well as a focal point on a sideboard or displayed within a glass-fronted cabinet, adding a touch of historical curiosity to a dining room or study.

Silver plate should be cleaned sparingly using a specialized non-abrasive silver polish and a soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can strip the delicate plating.
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