BARNARDS

Edward Barnard & Sons Limited, commonly referred to as Barnards, is one of the most recognisable names of silver manufacture in England, and their work is synonymous with quality and finesse. While the majority of their production was during the Victorian period, the company actually boasts the longest lineage of any manufacturing silversmith in the World, and patrons have included Royalty, Religious foundations and members of the aristocracy.

Tracing its origins back to 1679, Anthony Nelme can be considered as the original founder of the Barnards company. Nelme is recorded as working from Ave Maria Lane in the City of London, having served as apprentice in 1672 to first Richard Rowley, and then completing his apprenticeship with Isaac Deighton. Anthony Nelme was considered the best English born goldsmith working at this time, and his patrons including Queen Anne and many other members of high society.

The business changed hands from Anthony Nelme to his son Francis Nelme in 1722, who continued it until it was taken over in 1739 by Thomas Whipham, again passing it to his son Thomas Whipham II in 1756, in partnership with Charles Wright. In 1775 Whipham II retired and the business continued under the management of Wright until it was amalgamated with that of Thomas Chawner in 1786.

Thomas Chawner had, since 1773, Edward Barnard I as his apprentice, so the connection to the Barnard name in this business can really be traced back to this point. When the two firms joined, and under the management of Henry Chawner, Edward Barnard became the foreman, and the driving force behind the company.

In 1796 Henry Chawner took John Emes as a partner. Emes was an engraver, and also a clever businessman who brought investment into the rapidly expanding business. Two years later Chawner retired, and the company continued under the ownership of John Emes alone, with Edward Barnard now becoming the manager. In 1808 Emes passed away, and his widow Rebecca made Edward Barnard a partner, continuing the company as Emes and Barnard.

Rebecca Emes retired from the business in 1829, leaving it in the hands of Edward Barnard and his sons, William, John and Edward, who renamed it Edward Barnard & Sons. In 1838 the company moved to a larger factory space on Angel Street, St Martin’s-le-Grand, in the City of London.

The business thrived, and in 1898 the factory was demolished, and a new, even larger space was constructed at 22-24 Fetter Lane. It was here, in 1910, that the firm converted to a limited liability company and renamed themselves Edward Barnard & Sons Limited, with Walter, John and Stanley Barnard named as the directors. In 1919 the business moved to temporary premises just off Farringdon road, before finally moving, in 1920, to the well known address of 54 Hatton Garden, where they remained (as a subsidiary of Padgett & Braham Limited after 1977) until 2006.

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j5526: Sterling Silver Harp Model

Hallmarked In 1970

Hallmarked in London in 1970 by Barnards, this charming, Sterling Silver Model of a Harp, is well modelled, and presented on a green marble base with a silver plaque for engraving. The harp on the plinth measures 9"(22.5cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep.

£595

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L0004: Sterling Silver Beaker

Hallmarked In 1939

Hallmarked in London, in 1939, by Edward Barnard & Sons, this stylish, Sterling Silver Beaker, is a very generous size, and is plain in style, with a rounded base and curved lip. The beaker measures 4.25"(11cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) in diameter and weighs 9.8 troy ounces.

£695

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L4920: Sterling Silver Christening Mug

Hallmarked In 1856

Hallmarked in London in 1856 by Barnards, this charming, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, features a gilt interior and chased decoration to the body, with a scene depicting 2 putti drinking wine. The christening mug measures 4.75"(12cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep, and weighs 6.5 troy ounces. 

£745

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L4413: Sterling Silver Goblet

Hallmarked In 1891

Hallmarked in London in 1891 by Barnards, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, features chased decoration to the body and a gilt interior. The goblet measures 8.5"(21.5cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) in diameter and weighs 8.4 troy ounces.

£1,275

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j2149: Sterling Silver Bowl

Hallmarked In 1889

Hallmarked in London in 1889 by Barnards, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver bowl, features floral and scroll chased decoration throughout, a gilt interior, and a pedestal foot. The bowl measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 10.5"(27cm) in diameter and weighs 27.5 ozt.

£2,175

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L0824: Sterling Silver Biscuit Box

Hallmarked In 1889

Hallmarked in London in 1889 by Barnards, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Biscuit Box, has swirled and sunken half fluting, in the Queen Anne style, and lion mask drop ring handles. The biscuit box measures 7"(18cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) in diameter and weighs 24 troy ounces.

£2,675

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j9691: Sterling Silver Wine Ewer

Hallmarked In 1849

Hallmarked in London in 1849 by Barnards, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Wine Ewer, features chased floral and acanthus decoration and a pumpkin thumb piece . The wine ewer measures 13.75"(35cm) tall, by 6.25"(16cm) from handle to side and weighs 27.8 troy ounces.

£3,275

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j8829: Sterling Silver 4 Piece Tea Set

Hallmarked In 1896

Hallmarked in London in 1896 by Barnards, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features half fluting, shell and gadroon borders, ball feet, and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The teapot measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The tea set together weighs 73 troy ounces.

£3,775

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j8825: Sterling Silver Kettle

Hallmarked In 1855

Hallmarked in London in 1855 by Barnards, this attractive and wonderfully engraved, Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Kettle, stands on a hinged stand with a fitted burner underneath. The kettle on stand measures 17"(43cm) tall, by 12"(30cm) wide, by 8"(20cm) deep, and weighs 75 troy ounces.

£5,775

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j9307: Sterling Silver 4 Piece Tea Set

Hallmarked In 1846

Hallmarked in London in 1846 by Edward Barnard & Sons, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features engraved and chased decoration, figural finials, silver handles, and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The teapot measures 8.25"(21cm) tall, by 10"(25.5cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The tea set together weighs 75.6 troy ounces.

£5,975

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L5395: Sterling Silver Wine Ewer On Stand

Hallmarked In 1836

Hallmarked in London in 1830 & 1836 by Barnards, this stunning, Antique Sterling Silver Wine Ewer on Stand, features chased acanthus and rose detailing, cast and applied roses around the spout of the jug, an ornate handle, and the original gilding. The wine ewer (hallmarked in 1836) measures 12"(30.5cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) from handle to spout, and the stand measures 9.5"(24cm) in diameter. The set together weighs 38.8 troy ounces.

£5,975

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e3770: Sterling Silver 5 Piece Tea Set

Hallmarked In 1862

Hallmarked in London in 1862, 1863 and 1864 by Edward & John Barnard, this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features wonderful chased and engraved decoration throughout, silver handles, and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The kettle measures 16"(40.5cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) from handle to spout. The teapot measures 7.25"(18.5cm) tall, by 10.25"(26cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 138 troy ounces.

£14,750

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b1590: Sterling Silver Soup Tureen

Hallmarked In 1835

Hallmarked in London in 1835 by Barnards, this superb, William IV, Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen, features an ornate cast handle to the lid and ornate cast feet, a gadroon borders, and an engraved coat of arms to the side. The soup tureen measures 11"(28cm) tall, by 15.5"(39.5cm) wide, by 8.75"(22.5cm) deep, and weighs 124.7 troy ounces.

£15,975

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b5395: Sterling Silver Centrepiece

Hallmarked In 1854

Hallmarked in London in 1854 by Barnards, this stunning, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Centrepiece, features a central glass bowl and 5 spaces for candles. The centrepiece is richly decorated, featuring shell and scroll motifs, and stands on a triangular base. The centrepiece measures 29"(74cm) tall, by 18.5"(47cm) in spread, and weighs 178 troy ounces.

£24,750

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L3898: Sterling Silver Pair Of Figural Candelabra

Hallmarked In 1859

Hallmarked in London in 1859 by Edward & John Barnard, this incredible pair of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Candelabra, are beautifully modelled, each holding 3 candles, and with a female and male figure holding the lights overhead. Each measures 20"(51cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) wide and deep, and the pair together weigh 116.3 troy ounces.

£26,750

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