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English Silver-Plated Classical Claret Jug by JG & Sons (James Dixon & Sons)

Name: English Silver-Plated Classical Claret Jug by JG & Sons (James Dixon & Sons)
Brand: James Dixon & Sons
Rating: 5 (131 reviews)

$2,950

£2,228.01

€2,608.49

CA$4,191.11

A$4,263.91

CHF 2,443.65

MX$51,340.15

NOK 28,561.73

SEK 28,687.08

DKK 19,500.83

About the Item

English Silver-Plated Classical Claret Jug by JG & Sons (James Dixon & Sons), Late 19th Century This imposing English silver-plated claret jug exemplifies the richly historicist taste of the late Victorian period, combining classical iconography with masterful industrial silversmithing. Standing 10.5 inches high and equally wide, the jug is conceived as a monumental vessel, both functional and sculptural in presence. The cylindrical body is encircled with finely modeled classical relief figures, rendered in high repoussé and chasing. These figures—draped in flowing Greco-Roman garments—represent allegorical female attendants and a youthful nude male figure, motifs derived from classical antiquity and Renaissance revival sources. Such imagery was intended to evoke ideals of beauty, refinement, and cultured leisure, aligning wine service with the intellectual traditions of the ancient world. The scrolling handle, cast with foliate ornament, reinforces this neoclassical vocabulary. Decorative borders of anthemion, beading, and stylized floral motifs frame the composition, while the domed lid features radiating palmette forms, a classical symbol of renewal and elegance. The interior retains its original gilt wash, a practical and luxurious detail designed to protect the wine from contact with the base metal. The jug is marked JG & Sons, England, identifying the maker as James Dixon & Sons of Sheffield. Founded in 1806, James Dixon & Sons became one of England’s most respected silver-plate manufacturers, renowned for high-quality electroplated wares supplied to both domestic and export markets. The firm was especially admired for combining rich sculptural ornament with robust construction, making their pieces popular in grand Victorian dining rooms. Dimensions: 10.5 in. H × 10.5 in. W × 7.5 in. D Condition: Very good antique condition with light surface wear and patina consistent with age; interior gilt wash present. A commanding and highly decorative example of Victorian silver plate, ideal for collectors of classical revival tableware or statement bar and dining pieces.

Creator:
James Dixon & Sons (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
Style:
Greco Roman (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Silver Plate,Cast,Engraved
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1880s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
West Palm Beach, FL
Reference Number:
Seller: T37781stDibs: LU2592349001392

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