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Lovely Edwardian Mahogany Biscuit Box/ Cookie Jar - Circa 1905
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Lovely Edwardian Mahogany Biscuit Box/ Cookie Jar - Circa 1905

1900 - 1920
Sold 2 October 2025 · Kingsdown Antiques
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A Lovely Edwardian Mahogany Biscuit/ Cookie jar in the Sheridan Revival style with original china liner. Stands on three scroll feet and has silver plated top with fold down handle and pull off lid - circa 1905.

Measurements:

Height: 6" (approx. 15cm)

Diameter: 5" (approx. 12.5cm)

Total weight: 1240g

In good condition - there are no cracks or chips to liner.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Declaration

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Biscuit Barrel to the Edwardian era.

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SA829312
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50522
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A Lovely Edwardian Mahogany Biscuit/ Cookie jar in the Sheridan Revival style with original china liner.
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Stands on three scroll feet and has silver plated top with fold down handle and pull off lid - circa 1905.
Kingsdown Antiques

Measurements:

Height: 6" (approx. 15cm)

Diameter: 5" (approx. 12.5cm)

Total weight: 1240g

In good condition - there are no cracks or chips to liner.

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Biscuit Barrel to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA829312
Dealers Internal Ref
50522
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A turned mahogany Edwardian biscuit barrel featuring silver-plated mounts, a swing handle, a lid inscribed with the word BISCUITS, and decorative patera inlay on tripod feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A turned mahogany Edwardian biscuit barrel featuring silver-plated mounts, a swing handle, a lid inscribed with the word BISCUITS, and decorative patera inlay on tripod feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Lovely Edwardian Mahogany Biscuit Box/ Cookie Jar - Circa 1905

Archive II A turned mahogany Edwardian biscuit barrel featuring silver-plated mounts, a swing handle, a lid inscribed with the word BISCUITS, and decorative patera inlay on tripod feet. View II
Archive III A turned mahogany Edwardian biscuit barrel featuring silver-plated mounts, a swing handle, a lid inscribed with the word BISCUITS, and decorative patera inlay on tripod feet. View III
Archive IV A turned mahogany Edwardian biscuit barrel featuring silver-plated mounts, a swing handle, a lid inscribed with the word BISCUITS, and decorative patera inlay on tripod feet. View IV
Archive V A turned mahogany Edwardian biscuit barrel featuring silver-plated mounts, a swing handle, a lid inscribed with the word BISCUITS, and decorative patera inlay on tripod feet. View V
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A turned mahogany Edwardian biscuit barrel featuring silver-plated mounts, a swing handle, a lid inscribed with the word BISCUITS, and decorative patera inlay on tripod feet.
Lovely Edwardian Mahogany Biscuit Box/ Cookie Jar - circa 1905
Ref: SA829312
A turned mahogany Edwardian biscuit barrel featuring silver-plated mounts, a swing handle, a lid inscribed with the word BISCUITS, and decorative patera inlay on tripod feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBiscuit Barrel
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Silver-plated metal
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsTurned body, Patera inlay, Swing handle, Tripod feet
  • SizeH 25 cm (10 in) x W 12.5 cm (5 in) x D 12.5 cm (5 in)

FAQs

An Edwardian biscuit barrel is a decorative container produced during the reign of King Edward VII, specifically designed to store and serve dry biscuits at the dining table during formal tea or after-dinner services.

These barrels were typically crafted from turned timbers such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, and fitted with electroplated nickel silver or sterling silver mounts, rims, swing handles, and lids.

Authentic pieces generally feature period-appropriate construction methods such as stave or turned body construction, hallmarked or electroplated silver mounts, and characteristic Edwardian decorative motifs like marquetry inlay or vacant cartouches.

An antique biscuit barrel can be placed on a sideboard, open shelving, or a coffee table as a decorative tabletop object, adding warmth, texture, and historical interest to contemporary living spaces.

The wooden body should be cleaned with a dry or barely damp microfiber cloth and occasionally treated with appropriate furniture wax, while the silver components require gentle polishing with a non-abrasive cloth to prevent damage to the finish.
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