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This outstanding eight-piece beverage service was crafted by the preeminent Elkington & Co.
The tray is similar in spirit to that of the Venus Rosewater Dish of Wimbledon tennis
The acid-etched detailing on the pitcher echoes the incredible Baroque motif of the entire service
Six beautifully crafted goblets are included in this service
Elkington Beverage Service, Eight-Piece 
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Elkington Beverage Service, Eight-Piece 

  • An incredible eight-piece beverage service was crafted by Elkington & Co.
  • The service features exceptional parcel gilt and silver plating work
  • A sumptuous repoussé and chased Baroque motif distinguishes this service
  • The maidens and putti are similar in spirit to those found on the famed Venus Rosewater Dish
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$48,500
Item No. 30-0335

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Description
Crafted by the leading English silversmith firm of the 19th century, this rare and beautifully executed beverage service by Elkington & Co. is a fantastic example of the company's innovative electroplates work. Comprising an acid-etched pitcher, six goblets and a serving tray, the parcel gilt and silver plated service boasts an incredible repoussé and chased Baroque motif. Elegantly draped maidens attended by putti distinguish the set's design, which is similar in manner to the famed Venus. . .
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Crafted by the leading English silversmith firm of the 19th century, this rare and beautifully executed beverage service by Elkington & Co. is a fantastic example of the company's innovative electroplates work. Comprising an acid-etched pitcher, six goblets and a serving tray, the parcel gilt and silver plated service boasts an incredible repoussé and chased Baroque motif. Elegantly draped maidens attended by putti distinguish the set's design, which is similar in manner to the famed Venus Rosewater Dish presented to the winners of the Wimbledon Women's Tennis Championship. Similar silverplate works by Elkington are also housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and London's Victoria and Albert Museum. 

Each piece features Elkington & Co. marks

Circa 1870

Tray: 21" diameter
Pitcher: 16" high
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This outstanding eight-piece beverage service was crafted by the preeminent Elkington & Co.
Maker: Elkington & Co.
Period: 19th Century
Origin: England
Diameter: 21 Inches
Depth: 21.0 Inches
Width: 21.0 Inches
Height: 16.0 Inches
Style: Victorian
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