The dressing table originates from the beginning of the 17th Century, and by the 18th century had become a mark of social standing, popularised by Madame de Pompadour and Marie Antoinette, both known for their fashion and influence. Silver brushes, boxes, scent bottles and mirrors are as beautiful and practical on today’s dressing tables as they were back then
Hallmarked In 1947
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1947 by Walker & Hall, this stylish, Sterling Silver Hand Mirror, is in the Art Deco taste, with sunburst enamel decoration fading from green to white on the back. The hand mirror measures 11.25"(29cm) in length, by 4"(10cm) wide.
£395
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Hallmarked In 1911
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1911 by Nathan & Hayes, this charming, George V, Antique Sterling Silver Pincushion, is in the form of a shoe, ornately decorated and with a turned up toe. The pin cushion measures 1.5"(4cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) wide, by 1"(2.5cm) deep.
£395
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Hallmarked In 1895
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1895 by Saunders & Shepherd, this attractive, Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Pincushion, is modelled as a shoe, decorated with beads. The pincushion measures 1"(2.5cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) wide, by 1"(2.5cm) deep.
£425
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Hallmarked In 1899
Hallmarked in London in 1899 by William Comyns, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Photograph Frame is plain in style and heart shaped. The photograph frame measures 7"(18cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) wide, with an aperture measuring 5.25"(13.5cm) tall, by 3.25"(9.5cm) wide.
£445
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Hallmarked In 2001
Hallmarked in London in 2001, this unusual, Sterling Silver Ring Tree, is a modernist sculptural representation of a tree branch. The ring tree measures 5"(12.5cm) tall, by 11"(18cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep and weighs 3.2 troy ounces.
£465
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Hallmarked In 1974
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1974 by Deakin & Francis, this charming, Mid-Century Sterling Silver Dressing Table Set, features engraved decoration throughout. The hand mirror measures 10"(26cm) in length, the hair brush measures 9.75"(25cm) in length, the clothes brush measures 6"(15cm) in length, and the comb measures 7.25"(18.5cm) in length.
£465
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Hallmarked In 1961
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1961 by Albert Carter, this very attractive, Sterling Silver Dressing Table Set, is gilt, and features enamelled decoration to the backs of each piece. The hand mirror measures 11.25"(28.5cm) in length, the hair brush measures 9.75"(25cm) in length, the clothes brush measures 6"(15cm) in length, and the comb measures 6.75"(17cm) in length.
£475
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Hallmarked In 1903
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1903 by Saunders & Shepherd, this stunning, Antique, Sterling Silver Hand Mirror, is in the art nouveau taste. The hand mirror measures 11" (28cm) in length, by 6"(15cm) wide.
£475
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Hallmarked In 1948
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1948 by Francis Joseph Combe Jordan, this stylish, Sterling Silver Dressing Table Box, is in the Arts & Crafts taste, and features a ring handle to the pull of lid. The box measures 3.25"(8cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) in diameter, and weighs 7.5 troy ounces.
£495
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Hallmarked In 1913
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1913 by E. S. Barnsley & Co., this charming, George V period, Antique Sterling Silver Potpourri Holder, stands on four feet, and features very attractive pierced and engraved decoration to the lid, an an Adam style finial. The potporri holder measures 4.25"(11cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) in diameter, and weighs 5.8 troy ounces.
£495
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Hallmarked In 1914
Hallmarked in London in 1914 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Jewellery Box, features a tortoiseshell lid with inlaid silver decoration, a lined interior, and stands on four feet. The jewellery box measures 1.75"(4.5cm) tall, by 4.75"(12cm) wide, by 2.75"(7cm) deep.
£645
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Hallmarked In 1925
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1925 by Charles S. Green & Co., this rare, George V, Sterling Silver Atomiser, is in the Art Deco style, and has a clear glass body with overlaid blue panels. The atomiser measures 6"(15cm) tall with a diameter of 3"(8cm).
£675
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Hallmarked In 1901
Hallmarked in London in 1901 by William Comyns, this attractive, Victorian, Art Nouveau Period, Antique Sterling Silver Photograph Frame, features flower and leaf pierced decoration with plaques depicting the 'Reynolds Angels', and stands on a wooden easel back. The photograph frame measures 8"(20cm) tall, by 6"(16cm) wide, with a heart shaped aperture which measures 5"(12.5cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) wide.
£795
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Hallmarked In 1899
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1899 by Henry Matthews, this attractive, Victorian, Antique, Sterling Silver Jewellery Box, is lined, and features ornate decoration to the sides, and a representation of the 'Reynolds Angels' on the lid. The jewellery box measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) wide, by 5.5"(14cm) deep.
£895
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Hallmarked In 1914
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1914, this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Dressing Table Tray, is oval in shape, and features an engraved vacant cartouche to the centre, and a raised and shaped border. The dressing table tray measures 0.5"(1.5cm) tall, by 11.75"(30cm) wide, by 8.75"(22.5cm) deep, and weighs 16.9 troy ounces.
£975
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Hallmarked In 1903
Hallmarked in London in 1903 by William Comyns, this very attractive pair of Antique Sterling Silver Scent Bottles feature traditional cut glass bodies, and ornate lids which open via push buttons. Each scent bottle measures 4.75"(12cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) in diameter.
£975
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Hallmarked In 1905
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1905 by Charles S. Green & Co., this fantastic, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Photograph Frame, is in the Art Nouveau style, featuring a shaped surround with attractive floral chasing and blue and green enamelled decoration, and standing on a green velvet easel back with a green silk Moire lining. The photograph frame measures 9.5"(24cm) tall, by 7.5"(19cm) wide, with an aperture measuring 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 3.75"(9cm) wide.
£1,695
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Hallmarked In 1911
Hallmarked in London in 1911 by William Comyns, this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Jewellery Box, is kidney shaped, and features a tortoiseshell lid with silver inlay, 4 neoclassical legs, and a lined interior. The jewellery box measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 10" (25cm) wide, by 6" (15cm) deep.
£1,975
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Hallmarked In 1926
Hallmarked in London in 1926 by D. & J. Wellby, this striking, Sterling Silver Dressing Table Set, is presented in its original box, and comprises a hand mirror, two hair brushes, a clothes brush, two dressing table boxes, and a pin cushion, all featuring engraved decoration in the James II, Chinoiserie, style. The box measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, by 18.5"(47.5cm) wide, by 14.25"(36cm) deep.
£2,375
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Hallmarked In 1869
Hallmarked in London in 1869 by Alexander Macrae, this stunning, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Posey Holder, or Tussie Mussie, is gilt, and is wonderfully decorated with engraved and blue enamel detailing, and a bead border. The posey holder measures 5"(13cm) tall, by 2”(5cm) in diameter, and weighs 2.5 troy ounces.
£3,975
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Hallmarked In 1920
Hallmarked in London in 1920 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this large and very handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Mirror, is elegant in style, with a ribbon and reed border, and the original gilding and wooden easel back. The mirror measures an impressive 26"(66cm) tall, by 17"(43cm) wide, by 16"(41cm) deep when in use.
£4,975
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Hallmarked In 1903
Hallmarked in London in 1903 by Mappin & Webb, this very pretty, Edwardian, Antique 9ct Gold Dish, features pierced sides, and a cast and applied border. The dish measures 1.5"(3.5cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) in diameter and weighs 142.4g.
£5,675
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