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Victorian Silver Gilt Tea Set by Edward Barnard & Sons
Victorian Silver Gilt Tea Set by Edward Barnard & Sons
Victorian Silver Gilt Tea Set by Edward Barnard & Sons
Victorian Silver Gilt Tea Set by Edward Barnard & Sons
Victorian Silver Gilt Tea Set by Edward Barnard & Sons
Victorian Silver Gilt Tea Set by Edward Barnard & Sons
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Victorian Silver Gilt Tea Set by Edward Barnard & Sons

  • This silver-gilt tea set by Barnard & Sons embodies the opulence of Victorian silverware
  • Every item in this remarkable ensemble is adorned with ornate acanthus leaves and scrolling patterns
  • The dazzling design reflects the importance of tea in 19th-century British society
  • Edward Barnard & Sons is one of the oldest and most esteemed goldsmith firms in the world
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$12,850
Item No. 31-9328

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16-Piece Silver Gilt Tea Set
Edward Barnard & Sons
Hallmarked London, 1871

This dazzling silver-gilt tea set by Edward Barnard & Sons embodies the opulence and craftsmanship of Victorian silverware. The 16-piece set includes a tea kettle on a stand, a teapot, a castor, a creamer, a covered sugar jar, an open bowl, sugar tongs and nine matching teaspoons. Gilded to perfection, the set exemplifies the Victorian era's emphasis on intricate designs and elegant. . .
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16-Piece Silver Gilt Tea Set
Edward Barnard & Sons
Hallmarked London, 1871

This dazzling silver-gilt tea set by Edward Barnard & Sons embodies the opulence and craftsmanship of Victorian silverware. The 16-piece set includes a tea kettle on a stand, a teapot, a castor, a creamer, a covered sugar jar, an open bowl, sugar tongs and nine matching teaspoons. Gilded to perfection, the set exemplifies the Victorian era's emphasis on intricate designs and elegant beauty, elevating any tea service to a grand occasion.

Every item in this remarkable ensemble is adorned with ornate acanthus leaves and scrolling patterns. The golden luster enhances the set’s decorative elements, reflecting the importance of tea culture in 19th-century British society, where tea was a symbol of refinement and social status. This tea set, both functional and decorative, serves as a timeless testament to the artistry of its era.

Edward Barnard & Sons, one of the oldest and most esteemed goldsmith firms in the world, traces its origins back to 1680. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, the firm is celebrated for creating the Lily Font, a silver-gilt baptismal font used for royal christenings. Operating from Angel Street in London by 1838, the Barnards’ commitment to excellence ensured their place among the great silversmiths of history. Additionally, this set was a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.

This fantastic tea set includes:
Tea kettle on stand
Teapot
Creamer
Covered sugar jar
Open bowl
Castor
Sugar Tongs
9 teaspoons

Tea kettle on stand: 10 1/4" high x 7 1/4" wide x 5" deep
Teapot: 4 5/8" high x 8" wide x 3 7/8" deep
Teaspoons: 3 7/8" length

Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
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Victorian Silver Gilt Tea Set by Edward Barnard & Sons
Maker: Bernard & Sons, Edward
Period: 19th Century
Origin: England
Type: Tea & Coffee Pots/Services
Style: Victorian
Depth: 5.0 in. (12.7 cm)
Width: 7.25 in. (18.42 cm)
Height: 10.25 in. (26.04 cm)
Victorian Silver Gilt Tea Set by Edward Barnard & Sons
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