The Art Nouveau movement flourished in France and Britain in the early 1880’s. Very quickly, the movement became a dominant aesthetic style in Western Europe and the United States. It featured rapid social and technological change as industrialization, mass production, and urbanization accelerated. It was …
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It is believed that silver toast racks started to appear on the breakfast tables from the 1780’s as part of the general refinement of dining customs. The purpose of this was to keep the slices of toast separate, thus allowing steam to escape and prevent …
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Silver table bells, also known as desk or call bells, have traditionally been used to summon attention, particularly in formal settings like dining rooms or hotel desks. Silver table bells were first made in Britain in the 18th century, with early examples from this period …
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The inkwell is a small jar, often made of glass, porcelain, brass, or pewter which contains ink for an artist or writer to dip their brush, quill or pen into. An inkwell usually has a hinged lid to prevent evaporation and spillage. A handsome Edwardian …
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Cartier is a luxury brand famous not only for their exceptional jewelry including watches but also for their extensive collection of silver and gold personal luxury items. The earliest known examples of silver bells were rarely seen before 1790. The vast majority of them were …
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This vintage Tiffany and Company American Sterling Silver Large Photo Frame is a classic and decorative piece. Crafted from high-quality sterling silver, this 20th century piece exudes timeless charm and sophistication. This impressive early 20th century Tiffany and Company Sterling Silver Photo Frame features intricate …
View Item >Cartier silver was usually made by silversmiths outside of the company for large scale commissions, or individually skilled artisan makers who were able to live up to the brands reputation for both style and quality. Cartier began using retailer’s marks on their silver in the …
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