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Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish Asprey London C1870 19th Century

Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
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  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
  • Antique Silver Plated Entree Dish  Asprey London C1870  19th Century | Ref. no. A4425a | Regent Antiques
Ref: A4425a
Price: £375.00
This is an exquisite and rare antique English silver plated entree dish by the world renowned retailser Asprey, of London circa...
This is an exquisite and rare antique English silver plated entree dish by the world renowned retailser Asprey, of London circa 1870 in date.

The entree dish features a square shaped body with elegant fluted decoration to the dish, lid and handle.
 
In excellent condition, this wonderful entree dish is  ready to grace your dining table. 

 

Condition:

In excellent condition. As an antique items, the piece shows signs of use commensurate with age, these minor condition issues are mentioned for accuracy and, as seen in the accompanying photographs, it displays beautifully.

 


Dimensions in cm:

Height 16 cm x Width 26 cm x Depth 26 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 6 inches x Width 10 inches x Depth 10 inches

Our reference: A4425a

Please feel free to email or call us (+44 20 8809 9605) to arrange a viewing in our North London warehouse.

Asprey was established in England in  1781 and founded as a silk printing business by William Asprey, it soon became a luxury emporium. In 1841, William Asprey's elder son Charles went into partnership with a stationer located on London's Bond Street. In 1847 the family broke with this partner and moved into 167 New Bond Street, the premises Asprey occupies today.

From its central London location Asprey advertised 'articles of exclusive design and high quality, whether for personal adornment or personal accompaniment and to endow with richness and beauty the table and homes of people of refinement and discernment.' An early speciality was dressing cases. Asprey crafted traditional cases and designs, mostly in leather, suitable for the new style of travel ushered in by railways. The main competitors at the time were H.J. Cave & Sons. Asprey was recognised for its expertise when it won a gold medal for its dressing cases at the International Exhibition of 1862 but lost out to its rivals, H.J. Cave & Sons in 1867.

The company consolidated its position through acquisitions. In 1859 Asprey absorbed Edwards, an award winning maker of dressing cases and holder of a Royal Warrant. The company also purchased the Alfred Club at 22 Albemarle Street, which backed on to the New Bond Street store and meant that Asprey now had entrances on two of London's most fashionable streets.

In 1862, Asprey was granted a Royal Warrant by Queen Victoria. The Prince of Wales, later to be crowned Edward VII, granted another Royal Warrant. In 1953, for the coronation of Elizabeth II, Asprey paid homage with the Asprey Coronation Year Gold Collection, which featured a dessert, coffee and liqueur service in 18-carat gold and weighed almost 27 pounds. In April 1953, it went on show in the New Bond Street store and subsequently toured the United States.

As the business grew, the company acquired manufacturing facilities and hired silversmithsgoldsmithsjewellers and watchmakers including Ernest Betjeman, the father of the distinguished poet John Betjeman, one of the most highly regarded craftsman and designers of his day.

In the twenties, commissions poured in from around the world, from American millionaire J. Pierpont Morgan to potentates such as the Maharaja of Patiala, who commissioned a huge teak travelling trunk for each of his wives in which each trunk was fitted with solid silver washing and bathing utensils with waterspouts of ornate tiger head and lined with blue velvet. Asprey cigarette cases became collectable amongst young sophisticates who delighted in its other modern products, including travel clocks, safety razors and automatic pencil sharpeners.

Asprey Jewellery    
Asprey has a tradition of producing jewellery inspired by the blooms found in English gardens. Over the decades jewelled interpretations of flowers have evolved to include the Crown Daisy, Rose, Calla Lily and Lily Pad collections. The master diamond cutter Gabi Tolkowsky created the Asprey cut. The cushion cut gave Tolkowsky options for incorporating the Asprey "A" inscription around the edges of the stone. The result was the 61-facet Asprey cut, maximising light refraction to brilliant effect. The shape of the Asprey cut means that the cutting process can be done only by hand, unlike many other stones that involve machine cutting.

 

Asprey Leather  - the women's collection of clutches and handbags, such as those featured in the 1781 collection, come from crocodile, python and ostrich. The men's collection includes wallets, cardholders and travel watch cases crafted from lido, calf or alligator. Other items include the briefcases and backgammon boards.

Asprey Silver   -  offers classic and whimsical contemporary silver pieces – such as the saltcellar fashioned to look like a cement mixer or the wheel barrow salt holder with accompanying shovel spoon. Asprey also produce children's gifts, including tooth boxes, picture frames and rattles.

Other Asprey products include books, trophies and Asprey Polo. 



Dimensions in cm:

Height 16 cm x Width 26 cm x Depth 26 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 6 inches x Width 10 inches x Depth 10 inches

Shipping:

We ship worldwide and delivery within the London M25 is free of charge.

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We require that someone be home on the agreed delivery day if applicable, otherwise a redelivery fee will apply.

In accordance with Distance Selling Regulations, we offer a 14-day money back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the item.

The item must be returned in its original packaging and condition.

Unless the item is not as described in a material way, the buyer is responsible for return shipping expenses.

Buyers are fully responsible for any customs duties or local taxes that may be incurred on items sent outside of the United Kingdom, and we are not responsible for any delays in shipping or in the customs procedures of any jurisdiction, which are completely beyond our control.

Please be advised that claims for damage with certain carriers can sometimes take several months to resolve, and we would be grateful for your patience and cooperation throughout the process.

Returns will be processed and refunds issued within 2-3 business days of receipt.

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