antique victorian silverplate centrepiece james deakin 19th century

This is a fine quality antiquesilver-platedVictorian centrepiece bearing the makers stamp to the underside of the renowned silversmithsJames Deakin & Son, of Sheffield, London, Birmingham & Chester, Circa 1890 in date.

This wonderful centerpiece was made with a central vase for flowers and a dishe either side, each can be removed when required, to house sweetsd, fruit, nuts, etcA lot of intricate detailing has gone into the creation of this beautiful item. This is an extremely well designed and attractive piece that can only grow in value.
Condition:In excellent condition with clear makers marks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.Dimensions in cm:Height 57 x Width 52 x Depth 26Dimensions in inches:Height 1 foot, 10 inches x Width 1 foot, 8 inches x Depth 10 inches
Our reference: A2356
James Deakin & Sons
The firm was founded in Sheffield by James Deakin in 1866.
The first mark was entered by the firm in Sheffield Assay Office on 31 January 1878. It was a "JD" over "WD" and, possibly, represented the partnership of James Deakin and his son William Pitchford Deakin. The firm was active at Sidney Works, Matilda Street, Sheffield.
In 1886 two further sons entered in the partnership, John Deakin and Albert Deakin, and the firm was then known as James Deakin & Sons.
Further marks were entered in London Assay Office (1888) by William and John Deakin (subsidiary offices and showrooms at 48 Holborn Viaduct, London), Chester and Birmingham. Further offices and showrooms were opened at Gardiner House, 14 Charterhouse Street, London, 34 St. Enoch Square, Glasgow and 7 Queen Street, Belfast.
After the retirement of James Deakin (1893) the business was continued by his sons William, John and Albert.
In 1897 the firm was converted into a limited liability company under the style James Deakin & Sons Ltd.
The firm was the proprietor of Shaw and Fisher, Electro-plate Manufacturers (established 1835) and of Walter Latham & Son, Sterling Silver & Electro-plate manufacturers (established 1874).
In 1935, James Deakin & Sons Ltd was part of an ill-fated merger "Silver & Steelcrafts Ltd" that included Fenton Bros and J.H. Potter & Sons. The combine collapsed within three years.

Antiques.co.uk Ref: B7XB94YM4

Width (cm):

52

Height (cm):

57

Depth (cm):

26

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