Object Description
This is a charming pair of antique Neo-classical Victorian sterling silver salt and pepper shakers bearing the makers mark of the renowned silversmith Walker & Hall, and hallmarks for Sheffield 1895.
The pair are decorated with bow and leaf swags with fluted tops on round bases.
They will make a fine addition to any antique silver collection as well as enriching your dining experience.
Condition:
In excellent condition with clear hallmarks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 11 cm x Width 4.5 cm x Depth 4.5 cm Weight 0.15 kg
Dimensions in inches:Height 4 inches x Width 2 inches x Depth 2 inchesWeight 4.76 troy oz
Walker & Hall
the business was established in Sheffield in 1845 by George Walker who become an assistant of Dr John Wright. Dr John Wright had conducted important experiments on electroplating, Walker secured the royalty of electroplating for Sheffield.
The business was joined by Henry Hall and became in 1853 Walker & Hall. The factory was at Howard Street, Sheffield, while showrooms were opened in 45 Holborn Viaduct, London. Branches were opened in Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Cardiff, Belfast, Hull, Bristol, Melbourne and Adelaide (Australia), Cape Town (South Africa).
Walker & Hall was converted into a limited liability company in 1920 under the style Walker & Hall Ltd and combined in 1963 under the British Silverware Ltd with Mappin & Webb and Elkington & Co. Walker and Hall Sheffield were primarily Sheffield Makers, but items with Birmingham, London and Chester Assay Marks can also be found.
Our reference: A4746a