Sterling silver, embossed, chased and cast
England, 1851
Edward Barnard & Sons (since 1829) - English silversmiths in London
Maker’s mark, silver standard mark, city mark and duty mark, also stamped ‘505’; hallmarked again on the handle, the knob and the inside of the lid
Height with handle: 23 cm
Weight: c. 730 g
Very good condition
A high-quality teapot by one of the most prolific silversmiths of the Victorian era

This teapot features a flattened bulbous form onto a circular and shaped foot decorated with six scroll decorated motifs with ball finials. The upper part of the body shows an embossed and chased decoration with bouquets and garlands of flowers, acanthus leaves and scrolls, including two vacant cartouches on either side of the teapot. The domed and paneled lid repeats the motif of the foot to the border and bears a knob in form of a bird with wings outstretched. The swan necked spout is adorned with a stylized scrolling leaf decoration and an applied terminal. The C scroll handle is embellished with chased scroll and floral decoration.

Condition:

The teapot is in a very good condition with minimal signs of use. The height, including the handle, is 23 cm, while the weight is about 730 g.

Edward Barnard & Sons

Edward Barnard & Sons is possibly one of the first silversmiths worldwide. The origin of the company dates back to Anthony Nelme, who was active around 1680. Francis Nelme inherited the business after his father's death in 1722 and managed it until 1739, when Thomas Whipham took over the company. In 1756 it was taken over by Thomas Whipham Jr., who formed a partnership with Charles Wright. Thomas Jr. retired in 1775, and the business was continued by Charles Wright. From 1796 Henry Chawner, who was the master of Edward Barnard, directed the company. In 1796 John Emes joint the company as a partner, and later Edward Barnard was hired as manager. In 1808 Edward Barnard and Rebecca Emes became the owners of the company. In 1829 the ownership was passed to Edward Barnard, his son Edward Barnard Jr., John Barnard and William Barnard, trading under the name Edward Barnard & Sons. After the retirement of Barnard Sr., the manufactory was taken over by Edward Barnard Jr. and other family members along with Robert Dubcock. From 1910 the company traded under the name Edward Barnard & Sons Ltd. In 1977 it became a subsidiary of Padgett & Braham Ltd. (cko)

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