Elkington Mason & Co. Furniture

A Rare and Historic 1859 Elkington Silvered Bronze Victorian Centerpiece with Cut-Glass Bowl. Presenting a magnificent Victorian silvered bronze centerpiece of unmatched rarity and importance, crafted by the renowned Elkington Mason & Co., Birmingham, in 1859. This exceptional work, complete with its original cut-glass bowl, epitomizes 19th-century British craftsmanship and artistry. Hallmarked to the base, this centerpiece showcases intricate sculptural details, embodying a high level of technical prowess and aesthetic refinement characteristic of Elkington's celebrated works. The centerpiece's striking design features three meticulously rendered figures—a young hunter, a friar, and a fishmonger—each embodying elements of Victorian life and industry. At their feet, a loyal spaniel and various game highlight the naturalistic approach to the composition, enhanced by the masterful chasing and dynamic form. This sculptural ensemble rests on an elaborately decorated base, exuding both grandeur and narrative depth. Adding profound historical value are two engraved plaques. The first, dated “January 28, 1859,” reads: “Presented to William Johnson Esq. as a token of respect & esteem by the workpeople in the employ of Messrs Richard Johnson & Brother, Manchester.” The second, an inscription from 1941, states: “Worshipful Company of Tin Plate Workers, Alias Wire Workers of the City of London, Presented by Arthur Laurence Johnson M.A., Grandson of William Johnson, both Wire Workers, with his Daughter Eleanor Morton Johnson, a Freeman of the Company, to commemorate his Mastership 1941-42.” These inscriptions chart a rich lineage, connecting the Johnson family to pivotal moments in industrial history. William Johnson, alongside his brother Richard, assumed leadership of a wire-drawing firm in 1838, which would later become Richard Johnson & Nephew Ltd. Their contributions included providing galvanized armored wire for the historic 1857 transatlantic telegraph cable...

About as grand as they get, this is a rare early Victorian silver plated Entree / Chafing dish in silver plate by the top-notch silversmith, Elkington Mas...

19th Century ironstone snake handle Pitcher Imari pattern signed Mason.

19th Century ironstone snake handle Pitcher Imari pattern signed Mason.

19th Century ironstone snake handle Pitcher Imari pattern signed Mason.

This fine handcrafted coffee pot is in fine condition with detailed hall marks on the bottom and fine lines. The condition is mint. Elkington & Co electroplate with Elkington’s own ...

19th Century ironstone snake handle Pitcher Imari pattern signed Mason.

Made circa 1855 by Elkington, Mason & Co., this stunning and large pair of Antique, Victorian, Silver Plate Candelabra, will hold 9 candles each and feature figural sculptures to the...

Pair of figural candelabra by Elkington, Mason & Co English, circa 1860 Height 44cm, width 26cm, depth 20cm This pair of three light figural candelabra is made of silvered-bronze. The candelabra take the form of a male and female figure in exotic dress...

19th Century ironstone snake handle Pitcher Imari pattern signed Mason.