{"product_id":"antique-victorian-sterling-silver-coffee-pot-edward-amp-john-barnard-london-c-1853-54","title":"Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Coffee Pot – Edward \u0026 John Barnard, London c.1853–54","description":"\u003cp\u003eA substantial and highly decorative Victorian sterling silver tea\/coffee pot, bearing the maker’s mark of Edward \u0026amp; John Barnard, London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis impressive piece features a tall, elegant baluster-shaped body with extensive hand-engraved floral, foliate and scrolling decoration. It is complemented by an ornate hinged domed cover, decorative finial, elaborate feet, and a distinctive curved handle and spout with insulating sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside carries a significant group of period hallmarks, including the E\u0026amp;B \/ J\u0026amp;B maker’s mark associated with Edward \u0026amp; John Barnard, the lion passant indicating sterling silver, and an S date letter consistent with the London 1853–54 assay period. The number 114 is also stamped on both the underside and handle, appearing to be an additional production or pattern reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdward \u0026amp; John Barnard were an established London silversmithing firm whose work is well represented in Victorian English silver. The combination of the maker’s mark, London hallmarking and date letter provides strong evidence for the piece’s mid-19th-century origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Maker: Edward \u0026amp; John Barnard\u003cbr\u003e* Origin: London, England\u003cbr\u003e* Period: Victorian\u003cbr\u003e* Date: c.1853–54\u003cbr\u003e* Material: Sterling Silver\u003cbr\u003e* Silver Standard: 925\/1000\u003cbr\u003e* Weight: Approx. 769 g\u003cbr\u003e* Height: Approx. 29 cm\u003cbr\u003e* Maximum Width: Approx. 23 cm\u003cbr\u003e* Style: Victorian \/ Rococo Revival\u003cbr\u003e* Hallmarks: Edward \u0026amp; John Barnard maker’s mark, lion passant, S date letter and additional period marks\u003cbr\u003e* Additional Mark: 114, appearing on both the handle and underside\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood antique condition commensurate with age, with surface scratches, patina, tarnishing and signs of handling\/use consistent with a Victorian silver piece of this age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extensive engraved decoration remains clearly visible and the piece retains its impressive original character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is abit of rattle on the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer to the photographs for the overall condition and details of the hallmarks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly impressive example of mid-19th-century English sterling silver, notable for its large 29 cm stature, substantial 769 g weight and elaborate Rococo Revival decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is offered as a tea\/coffee pot based on its form; its original specific use is not conclusively established.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Asia Timepiece Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51745356775702,"sku":null,"price":3825.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/4030\/files\/1_d8f4777f-a385-44f5-b795-1e6ae40e55d4.jpg?v=1787381062","url":"https:\/\/asiatimepiece.com\/products\/antique-victorian-sterling-silver-coffee-pot-edward-amp-john-barnard-london-c-1853-54","provider":"Asia Timepiece Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}