Centrepiece (3) - Alpaca Silver-plated, Brass Silver-plated - Neo-Baroque Sugar Set
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A three‑piece Neo‑Baroque sugar set from the United Kingdom, dating to circa 1900–1960, comprising a silver‑plated alpaca bowl and spoon with a silver‑plated brass tray, all in good condition with signs of ageing, and dimensions including tray 24.5 cm by 15.2 cm, bowl height 15 cm, spoon 7.4 cm long.
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Add a touch of distinction and tradition to your dinners and celebrations with this magnificent sugar bowl set. This set combines the beauty of classic design with the quality of materials, creating a unique piece that will be the center of attention.
-Origin: England (possibly Victorian/Edwardian).
-Style: Neo-Baroque/Romantic.
-Ornamentation:
*Scuttle-shaped bowl decorated with roses and foliage in relief; curved handle with ornamental finials.
*Spoon with a detailed wing-shaped handle.
*Scalloped tray with a central scrollwork and Chippendale-style interlacing. -Period: Circa early or mid-20th century (1900-1960)
-Material:
*Bowl and spoon in silver-plated alpaca (German silver or Maillechort in France);
*Tray in silver-plated brass.
-Technique: Silver plating by electroplating, embossing, and engraving.
Mark: No visible marks.
Measurements:
*Bowl: Total height 15 cm; spout to handle 14.5 cm; maximum width of the bowl 8.7 cm; base 7.8 cm
*Spoon: Length 7.4 cm; height 2.6 cm; width 2.7 cm
*Tray: 24.5 cm x 15.2 cm
-Condition: Good condition with signs of use and patina consistent with its age and the photographs.
-Versatility: Originally designed as a table sugar scuttle, it is ideal for serving cubed or granulated sugar, spices, gourmet salts or nuts, as well as functioning as an elegant decorative piece for a display case or centerpiece.
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Add a touch of distinction and tradition to your dinners and celebrations with this magnificent sugar bowl set. This set combines the beauty of classic design with the quality of materials, creating a unique piece that will be the center of attention.
-Origin: England (possibly Victorian/Edwardian).
-Style: Neo-Baroque/Romantic.
-Ornamentation:
*Scuttle-shaped bowl decorated with roses and foliage in relief; curved handle with ornamental finials.
*Spoon with a detailed wing-shaped handle.
*Scalloped tray with a central scrollwork and Chippendale-style interlacing. -Period: Circa early or mid-20th century (1900-1960)
-Material:
*Bowl and spoon in silver-plated alpaca (German silver or Maillechort in France);
*Tray in silver-plated brass.
-Technique: Silver plating by electroplating, embossing, and engraving.
Mark: No visible marks.
Measurements:
*Bowl: Total height 15 cm; spout to handle 14.5 cm; maximum width of the bowl 8.7 cm; base 7.8 cm
*Spoon: Length 7.4 cm; height 2.6 cm; width 2.7 cm
*Tray: 24.5 cm x 15.2 cm
-Condition: Good condition with signs of use and patina consistent with its age and the photographs.
-Versatility: Originally designed as a table sugar scuttle, it is ideal for serving cubed or granulated sugar, spices, gourmet salts or nuts, as well as functioning as an elegant decorative piece for a display case or centerpiece.
Registered shipping with tracking number and/or insurance
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Edwardian Style
Title additional information
Neo-Baroque Sugar Set
Number of objects
3
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Alpaca Silver-plated, Brass Silver-plated
Style
Antique
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
15 cm
Width
24.5 cm
Depth
15.2 cm
Estimated period
1900-1960
