Adie & Lovekin Ltd - Centrepiece - Silver plated Alpaca
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Magnificent Victorian Silver-Plated Alpaca Centerpiece, Adie & Lovekin Ltd.
This exquisite centerpiece captures the opulence of the late Victorian period, a decorative and functional piece with a rich history from the acclaimed Birmingham silversmiths, Adie & Lovekin Ltd.
- Origin: Birmingham, England.
- Period: Late Victorian/Edwardian (late 19th century, approx. 1888-1910).
- Style: Baroque/Rococo Revival, characterized by ornate borders of scrolls, scallop shells, and embossed foliage.
- Material: Silver-plated alpaca (German silver or Maillechort in France).
- Technique: Casting or embossing with decorative borders, electroplating for the silver finish, and possible hand engraving.
- Measurements: Outer Diameter: 31.5 cm; Inner Diameter (Flat Center): 15 cm; Height 4 cm.
Condition: The piece shows slight natural wear consistent with its age, including micro-scratches and possible minor tarnish in some areas that require cleaning. Alpaca silver is a durable and corrosion-resistant material that takes an excellent polish.
Additional Details:
The base bears the maker's mark of Adie & Lovekin Ltd., with the stylized initials A over Z within a circle (see photos). This mark authenticates the piece as a genuine item from this respected English manufacturer.
Ideal for collectors of Victorian silverware, as a decorative centerpiece, or for serving fruit, sweets, or business cards with a touch of historical elegance.
Shipping is registered with tracking number and/or insured.
Magnificent Victorian Silver-Plated Alpaca Centerpiece, Adie & Lovekin Ltd.
This exquisite centerpiece captures the opulence of the late Victorian period, a decorative and functional piece with a rich history from the acclaimed Birmingham silversmiths, Adie & Lovekin Ltd.
- Origin: Birmingham, England.
- Period: Late Victorian/Edwardian (late 19th century, approx. 1888-1910).
- Style: Baroque/Rococo Revival, characterized by ornate borders of scrolls, scallop shells, and embossed foliage.
- Material: Silver-plated alpaca (German silver or Maillechort in France).
- Technique: Casting or embossing with decorative borders, electroplating for the silver finish, and possible hand engraving.
- Measurements: Outer Diameter: 31.5 cm; Inner Diameter (Flat Center): 15 cm; Height 4 cm.
Condition: The piece shows slight natural wear consistent with its age, including micro-scratches and possible minor tarnish in some areas that require cleaning. Alpaca silver is a durable and corrosion-resistant material that takes an excellent polish.
Additional Details:
The base bears the maker's mark of Adie & Lovekin Ltd., with the stylized initials A over Z within a circle (see photos). This mark authenticates the piece as a genuine item from this respected English manufacturer.
Ideal for collectors of Victorian silverware, as a decorative centerpiece, or for serving fruit, sweets, or business cards with a touch of historical elegance.
Shipping is registered with tracking number and/or insured.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Victorian
Specific region of origin
Birmingham
Over 200 years old
No
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Designer/Artist/Maker
Adie & Lovekin Ltd
Material
Silver plated Alpaca
Style
Antique
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
4 cm
Width
31.5 cm
Depth
31.5 cm
Estimated period
1880-1910
