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Victorian Silver Gilt Tea Set by Edward Barnard & Sons
16-Piece Silver Gilt Tea Set
Edward Barnard & Sons
Hallmarked London, 1871
This dazzling silver-gilt tea set by Edward Barnard & Sons embodies the opulence and craftsmanship of Victorian silverware. The 16-piece set includes a tea kettle on a stand, a teapot, a castor, a creamer, a covered sugar jar, an open bowl, sugar tongs and nine matching teaspoons. Gilded to perfection, the set exemplifies the Victorian era's emphasis on intricate designs and elegant beauty, elevating any tea service to a grand occasion.
Every item in this remarkable ensemble is adorned with ornate acanthus leaves and scrolling patterns. The golden luster enhances the set’s decorative elements, reflecting the importance of tea culture in 19th-century British society, where tea was a symbol of refinement and social status. This tea set, both functional and decorative, serves as a timeless testament to the artistry of its era.
Edward Barnard & Sons, one of the oldest and most esteemed goldsmith firms in the world, traces its origins back to 1680. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, the firm is celebrated for creating the Lily Font, a silver-gilt baptismal font used for royal christenings. Operating from Angel Street in London by 1838, the Barnards’ commitment to excellence ensured their place among the great silversmiths of history. The matching sugar tongs and teaspoons were provided by the skilled Victorian silversmith John Wilmin Figg. Additionally, this set was a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
This fantastic tea set includes:
Tea kettle on stand
Teapot
Creamer
Covered sugar jar
Open bowl
Castor
Sugar Tongs
9 teaspoons
Tea kettle on stand: 10 1/4" high x 7 1/4" wide x 5" deep
Teapot: 4 5/8" high x 8" wide x 3 7/8" deep
Teaspoons: 3 7/8" length
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Edward Barnard & Sons
Hallmarked London, 1871
This dazzling silver-gilt tea set by Edward Barnard & Sons embodies the opulence and craftsmanship of Victorian silverware. The 16-piece set includes a tea kettle on a stand, a teapot, a castor, a creamer, a covered sugar jar, an open bowl, sugar tongs and nine matching teaspoons. Gilded to perfection, the set exemplifies the Victorian era's emphasis on intricate designs and elegant beauty, elevating any tea service to a grand occasion.
Every item in this remarkable ensemble is adorned with ornate acanthus leaves and scrolling patterns. The golden luster enhances the set’s decorative elements, reflecting the importance of tea culture in 19th-century British society, where tea was a symbol of refinement and social status. This tea set, both functional and decorative, serves as a timeless testament to the artistry of its era.
Edward Barnard & Sons, one of the oldest and most esteemed goldsmith firms in the world, traces its origins back to 1680. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, the firm is celebrated for creating the Lily Font, a silver-gilt baptismal font used for royal christenings. Operating from Angel Street in London by 1838, the Barnards’ commitment to excellence ensured their place among the great silversmiths of history. The matching sugar tongs and teaspoons were provided by the skilled Victorian silversmith John Wilmin Figg. Additionally, this set was a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
This fantastic tea set includes:
Tea kettle on stand
Teapot
Creamer
Covered sugar jar
Open bowl
Castor
Sugar Tongs
9 teaspoons
Tea kettle on stand: 10 1/4" high x 7 1/4" wide x 5" deep
Teapot: 4 5/8" high x 8" wide x 3 7/8" deep
Teaspoons: 3 7/8" length
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
$12,850.00
Victorian Silver Gilt Tea Set by Edward Barnard & Sons—
$12,850.00
Description
16-Piece Silver Gilt Tea Set
Edward Barnard & Sons
Hallmarked London, 1871
This dazzling silver-gilt tea set by Edward Barnard & Sons embodies the opulence and craftsmanship of Victorian silverware. The 16-piece set includes a tea kettle on a stand, a teapot, a castor, a creamer, a covered sugar jar, an open bowl, sugar tongs and nine matching teaspoons. Gilded to perfection, the set exemplifies the Victorian era's emphasis on intricate designs and elegant beauty, elevating any tea service to a grand occasion.
Every item in this remarkable ensemble is adorned with ornate acanthus leaves and scrolling patterns. The golden luster enhances the set’s decorative elements, reflecting the importance of tea culture in 19th-century British society, where tea was a symbol of refinement and social status. This tea set, both functional and decorative, serves as a timeless testament to the artistry of its era.
Edward Barnard & Sons, one of the oldest and most esteemed goldsmith firms in the world, traces its origins back to 1680. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, the firm is celebrated for creating the Lily Font, a silver-gilt baptismal font used for royal christenings. Operating from Angel Street in London by 1838, the Barnards’ commitment to excellence ensured their place among the great silversmiths of history. The matching sugar tongs and teaspoons were provided by the skilled Victorian silversmith John Wilmin Figg. Additionally, this set was a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
This fantastic tea set includes:
Tea kettle on stand
Teapot
Creamer
Covered sugar jar
Open bowl
Castor
Sugar Tongs
9 teaspoons
Tea kettle on stand: 10 1/4" high x 7 1/4" wide x 5" deep
Teapot: 4 5/8" high x 8" wide x 3 7/8" deep
Teaspoons: 3 7/8" length
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Edward Barnard & Sons
Hallmarked London, 1871
This dazzling silver-gilt tea set by Edward Barnard & Sons embodies the opulence and craftsmanship of Victorian silverware. The 16-piece set includes a tea kettle on a stand, a teapot, a castor, a creamer, a covered sugar jar, an open bowl, sugar tongs and nine matching teaspoons. Gilded to perfection, the set exemplifies the Victorian era's emphasis on intricate designs and elegant beauty, elevating any tea service to a grand occasion.
Every item in this remarkable ensemble is adorned with ornate acanthus leaves and scrolling patterns. The golden luster enhances the set’s decorative elements, reflecting the importance of tea culture in 19th-century British society, where tea was a symbol of refinement and social status. This tea set, both functional and decorative, serves as a timeless testament to the artistry of its era.
Edward Barnard & Sons, one of the oldest and most esteemed goldsmith firms in the world, traces its origins back to 1680. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, the firm is celebrated for creating the Lily Font, a silver-gilt baptismal font used for royal christenings. Operating from Angel Street in London by 1838, the Barnards’ commitment to excellence ensured their place among the great silversmiths of history. The matching sugar tongs and teaspoons were provided by the skilled Victorian silversmith John Wilmin Figg. Additionally, this set was a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
This fantastic tea set includes:
Tea kettle on stand
Teapot
Creamer
Covered sugar jar
Open bowl
Castor
Sugar Tongs
9 teaspoons
Tea kettle on stand: 10 1/4" high x 7 1/4" wide x 5" deep
Teapot: 4 5/8" high x 8" wide x 3 7/8" deep
Teaspoons: 3 7/8" length
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
