This pair of Edwardian sterling silver pierced baskets represents the refined craftsmanship of one of Britain’s most respected firms, Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd., retailed from their prestigious premises at 112 Regent Street, London. Elegantly formed with gently flared rims and raised pedestal bases, each basket is richly decorated with intricate openwork piercing, scrolling details, and classical cartouche motifs, creating a light, architectural presence that balances delicacy with substance.
Hallmarked in London and bearing the lion passant for sterling silver, the baskets are further stamped with the maker’s mark “G&S.CO” and date letters corresponding to 1900 and 1901, placing them firmly in the Edwardian period—a time celebrated for its grace, symmetry, and exceptional silversmithing standards. Each example measures approximately 6 inches long, 4 1/8 inches wide, and 3 1/8 to 3 1/4 inches high, and together they weigh a substantial 284 grams (9.13 troy ounces) of solid sterling silver.
Equally suitable as table centrepieces, bonbon or sweetmeat baskets, or refined display objects, this near matched pair offers both decorative appeal and historical importance. With their clear hallmarks, notable retail inscription, and association with one of London’s foremost silversmithing houses, these baskets present an excellent opportunity for collectors of English silver, decorators seeking authentic period accents, or buyers looking for enduring quality and elegance.
Offered as a pair, these finely crafted Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd. pierced baskets are priced at $1,195.00 CAD.
We intentionally do not polish or clean our silver, choosing instead to leave it in its natural, time-earned condition. This allows our clients the freedom to appreciate the current patina or to have the piece cleaned to their own preference, ensuring it suits their individual taste and intended use.