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Edwardian Silver & Mother of Pearl Pot Pourri
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Edwardian Silver & Mother of Pearl Pot Pourri

1900 - 1920
Sold 1 January 1900 · Sturmans Antiques
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A fine quality Edwardian silver pot pourri with fretted top, which is inlaid with mother of pearl in the form of a pansy to the centre, hallmarked Birmingham 1909. The solid silver pot pourri with slightly domed top having fretwork decoration around the edges of the surface to allow the scent to escape, and a mother of pearl pansy flower head inlaid to the centre. The sides of the jar concave in form with the base section formed of polished silver. The push fit lid removes to access the gilt lined interior. Bears the makers mark for James Deakin & Sons along with clear hallmarks to all sections. Presented in immaculate condition. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Pot Pourri to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1237814
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 44232
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Description
A fine quality Edwardian silver pot pourri with fretted top, which is inlaid with mother of pearl in the form of a pansy to the centre, hallmarked Birmingham 1909. The solid silver pot pourri with slightly domed top having fretwork decoration around the edges of the surface to allow the scent to escape, and a mother of pearl pansy flower head inlaid to the centre. The sides of the jar concave in form with the base section formed of polished silver. The push fit lid removes to access the gilt lined interior. Bears the makers mark for James Deakin & Sons along with clear hallmarks to all sections. Presented in immaculate condition. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Pot Pourri to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237814
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 44232
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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A circular Edwardian silver pot-pourri box featuring a pierced scrollwork lid set with a central mother-of-pearl floral inset. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A circular Edwardian silver pot-pourri box featuring a pierced scrollwork lid set with a central mother-of-pearl floral inset. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Edwardian Silver & Mother of Pearl Pot Pourri

Archive II A circular Edwardian silver pot-pourri box featuring a pierced scrollwork lid set with a central mother-of-pearl floral inset. View II
Archive III A circular Edwardian silver pot-pourri box featuring a pierced scrollwork lid set with a central mother-of-pearl floral inset. View III
Archive IV A circular Edwardian silver pot-pourri box featuring a pierced scrollwork lid set with a central mother-of-pearl floral inset. View IV
Archive V A circular Edwardian silver pot-pourri box featuring a pierced scrollwork lid set with a central mother-of-pearl floral inset. View V
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Sturmans Antiques

Sturmans Antiques
Telephone 01969 667742 or 07572 889651
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Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QW
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 182
Items Sold 10,942
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A circular Edwardian silver pot-pourri box featuring a pierced scrollwork lid set with a central mother-of-pearl floral inset.
Edwardian Silver & Mother of Pearl Pot Pourri
Ref: SA1237814
A circular Edwardian silver pot-pourri box featuring a pierced scrollwork lid set with a central mother-of-pearl floral inset.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPot Pourri Boxes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSilver, Mother of Pearl
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced scrollwork, Mother-of-pearl inset, Floral carving, Moulded base
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in) x D 4.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

A pot-pourri box is a small decorative vessel featuring a pierced or lattice-work lid, designed to allow fragrance from dried flowers and spices to escape into the surrounding room. Popular during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, these containers were placed on vanity tables, desks, and sideboards as functional accent pieces.

Edwardian pieces were typically constructed from sterling silver, often hallmarked in British assay offices such as Birmingham or London. Lids and covers frequently incorporated shell, mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell, or enamel, set within intricate fretwork or scrollwork borders.

Authentic British pieces bear official hallmarks including the makers mark, town mark, standard mark (such as the lion passant for sterling silver), and a date letter corresponding to the Edwardian period (19011910). Hand-cut scrollwork and genuine natural materials like carved mother-of-pearl also distinguish period items from modern reproductions.

A silver pot-pourri box functions effectively on a bedside table, dressing tray, or bathroom vanity. It can be paired with small glass bottles or books to add texture and metallic contrast to modern, neutral surfaces.

Silver components should be cleaned gently using a soft, non-abrasive silver polishing cloth, avoiding liquid dips that could damage organic materials. Mother-of-pearl insets should be wiped clean with a dry, soft microfibre cloth and kept away from direct heat, excess moisture, and chemical cleansers.
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