A handsome and very stylish biscuit box dating to around 1890 by the top notch silversmith, John Grinsell & Sons of Sheffield. Made from solid English Oak, the box is fitted with elegant and simple silver plated fittings including a shield shaped cartouche to the front. Once the lid is opened the original creamware / ceramic liner is intact with minor wear. The hinge is where the mark for the silversmith can be found (a cupid inside a shield). A fabulous box in excellent condition; the base diameter measures 6 1/2"; the handles span 8 3/4" and it stands 6 1/2" tall. Item ID:39779 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 39779
Dimensions
Height = 16 cm (6")
Width = 22 cm (9")
Depth = 16 cm (6")
Stylish Antique English Oak and Silver Plate Biscuit Box by John Grinsell & Sons
Price
£730
| $912 USD | €827 EUR
Item Ref
39779
Description
A handsome and very stylish biscuit box dating to around 1890 by the top notch silversmith, John Grinsell & Sons of Sheffield. Made from solid English Oak, the box is fitted with elegant and simple silver plated fittings including a shield shaped cartouche to the front. Once the lid is opened the original creamware / ceramic liner is intact with minor wear. The hinge is where the mark for the silversmith can be found (a cupid inside a shield). A fabulous box in excellent condition; the base diameter measures 6 1/2"; the handles span 8 3/4" and it stands 6 1/2" tall. Item ID:39779 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 39779
Dimensions
Height = 16 cm (6")
Width = 22 cm (9")
Depth = 16 cm (6")