1910s Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Sterling silver swashbuckler, Cartier, circa 1910.

We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 4 Gold gilt Sterling Silver plated, fully hallmarked for Sheffield 1919 Serving trays with engraved Armorial coat of arms crest for King George IV “His Royal Highness George Auguseue Frederick” These are truly exquisite trays, the armorial coat of arms is for King George IV, a brief history as below, these are the old set in gold gilt I have seen, they have each been fitted with a hanging tag so they are for display not use The trays are very decorative and expertly made, the Armorial coat of arms must have cost quite a pretty penny to have the press made. Each tray is fully hallmarked for the sideways facing Lion for Sterling Silver, the Queens Crown for Sheffield made and the date letter A for 1919 The condition of each tray is good, some have more wear and light discolouration than others as you would expect from 100+ year old pieces, there will be normal honest patina front and back, none have any chips or damage Dimensions Height:- 50cm Width:- 50cm Depth:- 3cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point George IV (George Augustus Frederick; 12 August 1762 – 26 June 1830) was King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and King of Hanover from the death of his father, King George III, on 29 January 1820 until his own death ten years later. He had already been serving as Prince Regent since 5 February 1811, during his father's final mental illness. George IV was the eldest child of King George III and Queen Charlotte. He led an extravagant lifestyle that contributed to the fashions of the Regency era. He was a patron of new forms of leisure, style and taste. He commissioned John Nash to build the Royal Pavilion in Brighton and remodel Buckingham Palace, and commissioned Jeffry Wyatville to rebuild Windsor Castle. George's charm and culture earned him the title "the first gentleman of England", but his dissolute way of life and poor relationships with his parents and his wife, Caroline of Brunswick, earned him the contempt of the people and dimmed the prestige of the monarchy. He excluded Caroline from his coronation and asked the government to introduce the unpopular Pains and Penalties Bill in an unsuccessful attempt to divorce her. Despite presiding over the British Empire's emergence as a global hegemon, his rule was tarnished by scandal and financial extravagance. His ministers found his behaviour selfish, unreliable and irresponsible, and he was strongly influenced by favourites. During most of George's regency and reign, Lord Liverpool controlled the government as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Liverpool's government presided over Britain's ultimate victory over Napoleon and negotiated a peace settlement with the French. After Liverpool's retirement, George IV was forced to accept Catholic emancipation...

Rare Royal Copenhagen anniversary / commemorative porcelain plate. Dated 1912. Diameter: 20.5 cm. Stamped. In excellent condition.

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This is a perfect set of 12 handblown crystal cordials cut to clear in an Art Deco inspired floral pattern made by Webb, England. The base is cut with a radiating star pattern and an...

Made in London between 1909 and 1914 by C. E. Nixon, this novel George V, antique, sterling silver set of four menu holders feature each of the four different card suits. Each one me...

Hallmarked in London, 1910 by D. & J. Wellby, this colossal Pair of Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Sauce Boats have an elegant design with heavy bead borders and reed detaile...

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Georg Jensen five nutpickers of sterling silver, 'Magnolia', 1915-1930. In perfect condition. Stamped GI. Measures 9.5 cm.

Chinese porcelain covered dish in an unusual pistachio green glaze. Circa 1920 Footed with swept up sides and shaped corners. A good mounded to...

Particularly large Baluster vase on a slightly offset base, colourless glass with flaky sky blue powder melting, green overlay, spring landscape etched in several stages and finely p...

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Excellent Viennese Art Nouveau Ceramic Piece: Blond boy sitting astride the duck decorated with colourful flower garlands, resting his hands on his knees. The group is based on an ov...

This set of 12 dessert coupes are the perfect addition to any table setting. Crafted from crystal, each coupe features a unique handle, that are embelli...

A rare and elegant three-piece Steuben centerpiece set consists of a large footed center bowl and a pair of matching candlesticks. The clear body is embellished with applied "Gold Ru...

The History of Julius Dressler 1. Origins and Foundation (1882 - 1888) Although many pieces bear the "Austria" mark, the factory was not located in modern-day Vienna, but rather in the Northern Bohemia region. In the 1880s (specifically between 1882 and 1888, according to firing test records), Julius Dressler founded his company in Biela (near Tetschen-Bodenbach). At that time, Bohemia belonged to the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which is why its products were legally labeled and exported as Austrian pottery ("Austria"). 2. The Golden Age: The Jugendstil (1900 - 1914) Dressler started by specializing in majolica (fine glazed earthenware) and decorative pottery. However, the factory achieved true international prestige at the beginning of the 20th century thanks to its adoption of two major avant-garde movements: • Art Nouveau (known in the Germanic region as Jugendstil). • The Vienna Secession (Secessionist ware). The factory set itself apart from the competition by experimenting with matte glazes, shades of green, blue, and brown, featuring subtle golden highlights. 3. Geopolitical Changes and Post-War Era (1918 - 1945) Following the end of World War I in 1918, the map of Europe changed completely. The Austro-Hungarian Empire dissolved, and the region of Bohemia became part of the newly created Czechoslovakia. Because of this, the town of Biela was renamed Bělá. Even though the founder passed away or ceased to be actively involved in the company, the business continued under his widow, Hulda Dressler, and later his son, Karl Dressler. • In 1920: To survive the post-war crisis, the factory joined EPIAG (Erste Porzellan-Industrie A.G.), a consortium of independent companies created to promote and export Bohemian ceramics worldwide. • The Closure: The factory continued to operate under this commercial model until the end of World War II, permanently closing its doors between 1944 and 1945. The Classic Mark: The most famous stamp consists of a tower engraved on a rock with the letters J.D.B. underneath (the initials stand for Julius Dressler, Biela). Many of them also feature the word "Austria" printed or stamped. In these museums, pieces by the designer can be seen: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts (WMODA) Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art Regional Museum in Děčín (Oblastní muzeum v Děčíně) Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague (Uměleckoprůmyslové museum v Praze) Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our Argentina galleries are shipped directly to your address via air freight. • Simplified Customs Management: We handle the processing of export permits and the payment of customs duties. You will receive your purchase without additional paperwork or surprise costs. • High-Security Packaging: Following FedEx international standards, each piece is protected in custom-made wooden crates, designed to withstand 1-meter impacts and ensure the integrity of the object during transit. • Note for shipments to the USA: To comply with shipping company regulations and ensure delivery at the destination, a valid tax ID (EIN, SSN, or ITIN) is required. • Domestic US Shipping: For those pieces available in our United States storage, logistics are managed through 1stdibs. Sign: 7104 Austria Julio Dressler...

Elegant, festive silver vessel with a boat-shaped body with capped points standing on small feet, the vertical wall with openwork decoration resembling a railing with leaf and flower...

Irish sterling silver wine jug, decorated with Celtic motives with geometrical shapes and dragons, made by the famous Weir & sons company ...

Being offered is an antique sterling-silver-topped crystal shaker, likely intended for sugar, pepper, or another fine condiment. Its proportions and decorative style are consistent w...

Excellent Large Art Nouveau Group: Monumental depiction of a pair of lovers in intimate embrace: Unclothed young lady sitting on a pedestal and kissing the naked young man standing ...

This is a dramatic and large centerpiece set made by Steuben in their heyday. The rich deep turquoise blue is the perfect focal point on a table, sideboard or in a treasured collecti...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare antique circa 1910 sterling silver flask with embossed from depicting people driving in the ...

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A fine antique German 800 standard silver salver; an addition to our continental silver collection. This fine antique German 800 standard silver salver has plain oval form. The sur...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver bread dish; an addition to our dining silverware collection This exceptional, fine and impressive anti...

Property of a palm beach lady An American handled silver basket, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, circa 1917 with scrolled basket weave and braided...

Two carafes made of clear glass with a conical body, inside six-pointed wave-shaped thickened wall, cut base star, smooth silver fittings with J-shaped, curved handle, covered, beak-...

A fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver waiter made in the George III style; an addition to our dining silverware collection. This fine antique George V sterling silver waiter has a circular incurved, shaped form. The surface of this antique waiter is plain and unembellished. The raised border is encircled with an impressive applied gadroon decorated border to the rim. The waiter...

A fine and impressive antique Swedish silver coffee jug in the Arts & Crafts style; an addition to our diverse silver teaware collection. This fine antique Swedish silver coffee jug has a plain octagonal panelled waisted form onto an octagonal collet style foot, all in the Arts & Crafts style. The surface of the silver coffee jug has an impressive subtle planished finish. This fine coffee jug is fitted with the original hinged domed panelled hallmarked cover with an impressive integrated bud and foliate finial. This fine example of antique teaware...

A fine and impressive set of four antique George V English sterling silver and wood menu holders in the form of a single barrelled cannon - boxed; an addition to our dining silverware collection. These fine George V sterling silver menu holders...

Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Mother in a dress decorated with elaborate Art Nouveau decor sitting on a fabric-covered stool and playing with her son, who is wearin...

Beaker-shaped vase on a stepped, conical base, widening upwards to a square mouth rim, colorless glass with flaky white, yellow and blue, in the base area with green colored powder inclusions, with etched and painted in colored enamel Daphne decor, satin surface in the background, floor smooth polished, relief signature 'DAUM NANCY' with cross of Lorraine on the wall between the plants. Technique: Handmade cameo glass Glass overlaid with several layers, with high-cut worked out motifs. Since the middle of the 19th century, the design has also been done by etching. Cameo glass vessels...

Excellent and rare Art Nouveau ceramic piece from a series of the four seasons: Naked putto in a wide striding position, his blond head tilted to the right and holding a cascade of ...

Round silver-plated vessel on a flat stand, slightly outward-curving wall with openwork ivy leaf decoration, raised and curled tendrils on the sides, filled with ivy, forming the han...

Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figure group: Two barefoot girls in summer clothes, the older one in a green-brown skirt and white long-sleeved shirt with blue stripes, her hair pinned up in two side bunches, the younger child in a red-purple dress sitting on the ground, holding her by the arm and pulling her up. The model is part of a series of beach motifs by Alfred König. Based on a white round base with a relief structure on the side and a gold rim. Very lifelike and loving representation of the characters and the details Designer: ALFRED KÖNIG (1871 - 1940) studied at the art academy in Dresden, since 1897 he worked in the Meissen manufactory as a designer and modeler. The artist specialized in the design of human figures in various variations, such as genre figures, children, athletes, soldiers etc. Model B 290...

Small baluster vase, flush round stand, bulbous body with attached funnel-shaped neck, colorless glass with color powder enamels in yellow-orange and red, with highly etched and pain...

Lobmeyr wine glass (of stunning manufacturing quality!), based on round tiered foot: Green glass, handmade (blown and formed) with enamel paintings Made ...

A Very Fine Cut Crystal Centerpiece by Baccarat. France, circa 1910. Diameter 13" Heigth 7 3/4" CW5309.

Blown, flat, bulbous body on a large, round, flush stand, contracting to a short, wide neck, slightly widened, 6-fold wavy indented mouth rim. Cobalt blue underlay with silver-yellow...

Exceptional and elegant silver jardinière of elliptical basic form on high curved volute legs with attached fully plastic putti as torchbearers and feather leaf rests on the rolled f...

A silver presentation bowl by Mappin and Webb presented to Lionel de Rothschild, 1912. This wide two handled cup by Mappin and Webb was created as a gift for Lionel de Rothschild as ...

Meissen rarest figurine: Boy with Dosser filled with Winegrapes by Theodore Eichler, circa 1910. Size: Height 28.0 cm (= 11.02 inches) Diameter 9.2 cm (= 3.62 inches) Manufac...

Barware is very in now and sterling silver barware is especially sexy! We think this sterling silver bottle opener will look fabulous on ...

Excellent Viennese Art Nouveau Item Modelled by Ferdinand Doblinger (1872-1935), circa 1910. Manufactured by 'Wiener Kunstkeramische Werkstätte...

Tiffany & Co antique silver-gilt basket for treats or sweets, in woven style with handle. Designer: Tiffany & Co Made in Italy, early 20th century Fully hallmarked. Dimensions ...

Vintage sterling silver and enamel jug and bowl R. Blackinton & Co., North Attleboro, Massachusetts, circa 1915 Fine sterling silver and enamel cream ...

A Victorian Oak Wine Cooler, Planter Display This is a handsome piece, with Ring Handles, it stands on 4 cabriole legs and it has a removable brass liner The wine cooler is 18” hig...

Set of 3 Rare Coloured Royal Doulton Stoneware Harvest Jugs The set has the Royal Doulton Lambeth stamp, the product number 8568 on each jug The jugs are...

Unusual oval shaped brown guilloché enamel silver gilt frame. With 925 (Sterling) silver mark. Circa 1910. Dimensions: (Frame) 13.5cm/ 5¼ inches (height) x 9.5cm/ 3¾ inches (width) ...

1910, Germany. Silverplated bowl with perforated border that creates an intricate visual pattern and an angular handle. Stamped by WMF, a prestigious German metalware manufacturer.

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning WWI 1915 St Chamond French Artillery Cannon shell ice Champaign bucket 155MM It is in wonderful c...