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Sweet and sour? Hot and spicy?
Condiments and Cruets How do you like your food? Sweet and sour? Hot and spicy? Nowadays we think nothing about...
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Eliza Godfrey – a remarkable and resilient lady silversmith
A significant number of strong and powerful female silversmiths achieved successful careers during the 18th century, a time when women...
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If only the silver could talk!
Collecting English 17th Century silver is a marvellous way to gain insight into a fascinating period of history, a time...
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The Ultimate Status Symbol
The beautiful model sailing ship, known as a Nef (Neff), first came into use during the 13th century. Originating from...
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Chinoiserie Silver
Flat chased silver “in the Chinese taste” is a very satisfying collecting field and these delightful pieces of early silver...
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Business as Usual, Postage and Green Policy
Business as usual. While England is in lockdown we’ll still be selling, packing, and shipping. Our Internet business service will...
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Hunting Horns or Powder Flasks?
These fabulous hunting horns were quick to find two lovely new owners. We purchased this fine pair of silver mounted...
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A Qing Dynasty Mixed Metals Confection
One of the remarkable sides to dealing in antique silverware is the way in which these inanimate objects seem to...
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