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Victorian Dressing Table Set by William Comyns
Victorian Dressing Table Set by William Comyns
Victorian Dressing Table Set by William Comyns
Victorian Dressing Table Set by William Comyns
Victorian Dressing Table Set by William Comyns
Victorian Dressing Table Set by William Comyns
Victorian Dressing Table Set by William Comyns
Victorian Dressing Table Set by William Comyns
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Victorian Dressing Table Set by William Comyns

  • This exquisite Victorian dressing table set was made by the renowned silversmith William Comyns
  • The 17-piece set is housed in its original leather case with red velvet lining
  • The collection includes brushes, cut-glass bottles, combs and more, all intricately decorated
  • William Comyns & Sons supplied highly detailed luxury items to esteemed retailers worldwide including Tiffany & Co.
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$14,850
Item No. 31-9229

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Description
Seventeen-Piece Dressing Table Set
William Comyns
Hallmarked London, 1891

This exquisite Victorian dressing table set by the renowned silversmith William Comyns exemplifies the opulence of 19th-century English decorative arts. Housed in its original leather case with red velvet lining and monogrammed "M.D.," this 17-piece set includes four brushes, one mirror, four lidded cut glass bottles, two combs, three boxes, one tray, one button hook and one pair of tongs, all featuring intricate repoussé designs.. . .
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Seventeen-Piece Dressing Table Set
William Comyns
Hallmarked London, 1891

This exquisite Victorian dressing table set by the renowned silversmith William Comyns exemplifies the opulence of 19th-century English decorative arts. Housed in its original leather case with red velvet lining and monogrammed "M.D.," this 17-piece set includes four brushes, one mirror, four lidded cut glass bottles, two combs, three boxes, one tray, one button hook and one pair of tongs, all featuring intricate repoussé designs. Ornamental details of acanthus leaves, flowers and masks, along with cherubic putti, adorn each item, while asymmetrical cartouche medallions add an elegant touch of personalization. The attention to detail and high craftsmanship make this set a splendid example of Victorian luxury.

Each component of this set reflects the artistic sophistication and skill for which Comyns was celebrated. A heart-shaped box with a velvet top further enhances the ensemble’s charm, highlighting Comyns' expertise in creating refined silverware. This dressing set is not only a functional set but a work of art that exemplifies the aesthetic and decorative appeal that defined the Victorian era.

William Comyns & Sons Ltd., founded in 1859, quickly gained prominence for its innovative, luxurious silver goods. The firm supplied highly decorative items to esteemed retailers worldwide, including Tiffany & Co. in New York, becoming a significant name in silverware by the late 19th century. Their work remains highly collectible today, valued for their historical significance and timeless artistry. This set also carries a prestigious provenance, having been part of the highly publicized and studied Red McCombs collection.

6" high x 20 1/4" wide x 16 3/4" deep

Exhibited:
San Antonio Museum of Art, 1997, “The Age of Excellence: English, Irish, and American Silver.”

Provenance:
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
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Victorian Dressing Table Set by William Comyns
Period: 19th Century
Origin: England
Type: Other
Style: Victorian
Depth: 16.75 in. (42.55 cm)
Width: 20.25 in. (51.44 cm)
Height: 6.0 in. (15.24 cm)
Victorian Dressing Table Set by William Comyns
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