Antique oval silverplate biscuit box or biscuit barrel with hinged domed lid, engraved floral decoration, shield cartouche, lion mask ring handles and fitted presentation stand. A substantial Victorian or Edwardian table piece with strong decorative presence.
Details
- Type: Biscuit box or biscuit barrel
- Material: Silverplate
- Form: Oval covered container on fitted stand
- Lid: Hinged domed lid
- Finial: Pale contrasting finial, likely bone or early composition material
- Handles: Lion mask mounts with drop ring handles
- Decoration: Fine engraved floral and foliate work
- Cartouche: Central shield form, apparently unmonogrammed
- Stand: Oval fitted base with decorative borders and small feet
- Measurements: Approximately 9 inches wide x 7 inches deep x 8 inches tall
- Maker: Not confirmed from supplied photographs
- Era: Likely late 19th to early 20th century
Condition
Good antique condition with surface scratches, tarnish, spotting and expected age related wear. Interior shows use and discoloration. Lid and stand appear intact. See photos for condition.
Collector Appeal
The combination of lion mask handles, engraving, hinged lid and fitted stand makes this considerably more desirable than a basic silverplate biscuit barrel.
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