Search 0
21,170  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 39 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTS
39 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1137393
SOLD
Email Phone
Save
Exquisite Edwardian Silver Wirework Sugar Basket by William Comyns, Lonodn 1907
Sold by Julie Cartwright Antiques
sold SA1137393
Sorry, but this item has been sold.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jun 2009
Browse dealers 146 items
↓ Relevant Links
Id #SA1137393
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Exquisite Edwardian Silver Wirework Sugar Basket by William Comyns, Lonodn 1907

1900 - 1920
Sold 11 June 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Exquisite Edwardian Silver Wirework Sugar Basket by William Comyns, Lonodn 1907” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Find more for sale
Antique Cobalt GlassAntique Silver GlasswareBlue Glass Liner Ask the dealer for something similar
Description

This superb Edwardian silver sugar basket was made by the celebrated William Comyns and is dated London 1907. The vase-shaped silver body with a wirework middle section interspersed with cast foliage and flowers. The sides with an articulated pierced twist handle and the rim with a wavy gadroon border.

Raised on a circular pedestal foot. Fitted with the original Bristol blue glass liner.

Hallmarks:

WC for William Comyns.

Date letter "m" for 1907.

London Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Condition:

Very good condition.

No losses to the pierced decorations.

Wirework in very good condition.

Foot and handle in excellent condition.

Glass in very good condition.

Dimensions:

Height up to handle: 11.5cm / 4.4 inches.

Rim diameter: 7cm / 3 inches.

Foot diameter: 5cm / 2 inches.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £9 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Wirework Sugar Basket to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1137393
Dealers Internal Reference
APR87
Description
This superb Edwardian silver sugar basket was made by the celebrated William Comyns and is dated London 1907.
“
The vase-shaped silver body with a wirework middle section interspersed with cast foliage and flowers.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

The sides with an articulated pierced twist handle and the rim with a wavy gadroon border.

fig 1. An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot.
fig 1. Exquisite Edwardian Silver Wirework Sugar Basket by William Comyns, Lonodn 1907

Raised on a circular pedestal foot. Fitted with the original Bristol blue glass liner.

Hallmarks:

WC for William Comyns.

Date letter "m" for 1907.

London Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Condition:

Very good condition.

fig 2. An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot.
fig 2. Exquisite Edwardian Silver Wirework Sugar Basket by William Comyns, Lonodn 1907

No losses to the pierced decorations.

Wirework in very good condition.

Foot and handle in excellent condition.

Glass in very good condition.

Dimensions:

Height up to handle: 11.5cm / 4.4 inches.

Rim diameter: 7cm / 3 inches.

fig 3. An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot.
fig 3. Exquisite Edwardian Silver Wirework Sugar Basket by William Comyns, Lonodn 1907

Foot diameter: 5cm / 2 inches.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £9 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449760 585.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Wirework Sugar Basket to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1137393
Dealers Internal Ref
APR87
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
1 / 7
Archive I An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Exquisite Edwardian Silver Wirework Sugar Basket by William Comyns, Lonodn 1907

Archive II An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot. View II
Archive III An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot. View III
Archive IV An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot. View IV
Archive V An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot. View V
Archive VI An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot. View VI
Archive VII An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot. View VII
Enlarged Archival View
Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
Location
Suffolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 146
Items Sold 2,224
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Verified Since Jun 2009
View Dealer Info
Location: Suffolk, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified
Jun 2009
For Sale
146
Sold
2,224
An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot.
EXQUISITE EDWARDIAN SILVER WIREWORK SUGAR BASKET BY WILLIAM COMYNS, LONODN 1907
Ref: SA1137393
An Edwardian silver wirework sugar basket featuring an intricate floral overlay encasing a cobalt blue glass liner, fitted with a twisted swing handle and raised on a circular foot.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Baskets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Glass
  • ColourSilver and Cobalt Blue
  • MotifsFloral overlay, Twisted swing handle, Pierced wirework, Circular foot
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Edwardian silverwork, produced during the reign of King Edward VII between 1901 and 1910, is characterised by lighter, more delicate designs often influenced by earlier styles such as Art Nouveau and Georgian revivals, focusing heavily on elaborate pierced and wirework techniques.

These pieces typically combine sterling silver frameworkoften featuring intricate cast or pierced wireworkwith blown or moulded glass liners, commonly rendered in vibrant cobalt blue to create a strong visual contrast.

Authentic pieces bear official British hallmark stamps indicating the assay office, the makers mark (such as those of William Comyns), the silver standard (sterling), and a date letter corresponding to the specific year of manufacture.

Placed on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or coffee table, such pieces introduce a touch of historic craftsmanship and vibrant colour, serving as striking focal points when contrasted against minimalist modern surfaces.

The silver framework should be gently cleaned using a non-abrasive silver polish and a soft cloth, avoiding contact with the glass liner, which can be washed separately in warm, soapy water. Proper storage in a low-humidity environment prevents rapid tarnishing.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories