{"title":"Flavours of the month","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"asset-pack-84877180930-example-product-2","title":"Pair of Vintage Continental Silver Royal Corgi Crown-Top Scent Bottles","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional and rare pair of solid 800 silver novelty scent bottles, wonderfully cast in the form of Royal Pembroke welsh Corgis wearing screw-top crowns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese substantial, beautifully detailed pieces were likely crafted in Continental Europe during the mid-20th century (1950s–1970s) to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II and the iconic British Royal association with the breed. Finding a matching pair in this caliber of preservation is incredibly difficult, making this a prime acquisition for serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem Details \u0026amp; Specifications:\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Solid 800 Silver (Clearly hallmarked \"800\" on the underside of the paws).\u003cbr\u003eInterior: Original gold wash (vermeil) lining inside the hollow crowns and body, traditionally used to protect the raw silver from perfumes or smelling salts.\u003cbr\u003eLength: 10.5 cm (approx. 4.1 inches) per dog.\u003cbr\u003eWeight: A very substantial 105 grams per dog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition :\u003cbr\u003eBoth pieces are in museum-quality condition with one corgi having slight deeper chasing mark on the left side showcasing hand finishing.\u003cbr\u003eCasting \u0026amp; Patina: The heavily chased fur texture retains a beautiful, deep natural patina that highlights the lifelike three-dimensional casting and the character in their expressive faces.\u003cbr\u003eThe Crowns: The delicate openwork detailing on both crowns is crisp, completely undamaged, and free of the typical dents found on vintage silver.\u003cbr\u003eMechanics: The screw threads on the necks are clean and perfectly defined, allowing the heavy crowns to twist on smoothly and sit completely flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGilding: The protective gold gilding inside the crowns remains wonderfully intact and bright.\u003cbr\u003eThese are magnificent, heavy-gauge cabinet pieces that will instantly elevate any collection of novelty silver, antique scent bottles, or Royal canine memorabilia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mother's Silverware ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57811024642392,"sku":"018","price":850.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9202\/7224\/files\/20260210_210522_1.jpg?v=1785253837"},{"product_id":"asset-pack-84877180930-example-product-3","title":"19th Century Memento Mori Locket \"Life \u0026 Death\" Vanitas","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Museum-Quality Macabre Rarity\u003cbr\u003ePresenting an exceptionally rare, original 19th-century Memento Mori (\"Remember you must die\") locket featuring a striking \"Life and Death\" split-face Vanitas motif. Pieces of this caliber and specific iconography are highly sought after by collectors of anatomical oddities, mourning jewelry, and antique macabre art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Design \u0026amp; Iconography\u003cbr\u003eThe locket opens to reveal a high-relief, hand-painted polychrome carving of a Regency-era gentleman—a \"Dandy.\" One half of the figure shows a fashionable young man in a high-crowned top hat, double-breasted coat, and cravat. The other half is a starkly rendered skeleton, complete with an exposed ribcage and a skeletal hand resting near the chest. Set against a dramatic black backing, the carving is a philosophical meditation on the vanity of earthly life and the inevitability of death.\u003cbr\u003eMuseum Counterpart \u0026amp; Provenance\u003cbr\u003eThis portable, wearable locket is an extremely similar to a stylistic miniature of a famous life-size waxwork model from the Sir Henry Wellcome Collection, currently held by the Science Museum Group in London. The comparable example confirms its dating to the English\/Continental Regency period (1810–1850) and its original purpose as a darkly philosophical novelty.\u003cbr\u003eYou can view the life-size museum counterpart here:\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk\/objects\/co77701\/coloured-wax-model-of-a-male-half-skeletal-half-living-and-dressed-in-regency-clothing-england-1810-1850\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Construction\u003cbr\u003eThe Housing: Hand-formed brass (or possibly pinchbeck) locket casing with a beautiful, authentic 200-year-old patina. Features an original, hand-soldered three-barrel hinge and top suspension loop.\u003cbr\u003eThe Carving: The polychromed bas-relief figure is likely carved from wax or an early period composition material back onto glass. The paint remains remarkably vibrant for its age, especially the haunting detail of the \"living\" eye.\u003cbr\u003eThe Setting: The relief is securely held by a hand-crimped inner bezel setting.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note just above the top hat,  there is an air bubble behind the glass backing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003eExcellent antique condition. The locket hinge is fully functional. The metal shows appropriate historical wear and a warm, unpolished patina. The painted relief is remarkably preserved with only minor wear consistent with its 1820s-1840s origins. Please review all macro photographs carefully as they are part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements \u0026amp; Weight\u003cbr\u003e• Height: 6.0 cm (approx. 2.36 inches) including the suspension loop\u003cbr\u003e• Width: 4.0 cm (approx. 1.57 inches) when closed\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 47 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly investment-grade piece for the serious cabinet of curiosities or antique jewelry collector.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mother's Silverware ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57811025068376,"sku":"017","price":4850.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9202\/7224\/files\/20260820_153926.jpg?v=1787233332"},{"product_id":"asset-pack-85757591554-example-product-1","title":"Paul Insect 2007 \"Bullion Bar (Bite)\" Edition 7 of 15 \u0026 Original Exhibition Book","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eA Holy Grail Piece of 2000s British Urban Art History\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eUp for acquisition is an exceptionally rare, complete set from Paul Insect’s legendary 2007 Bullion exhibition at the Lazarides Gallery in London. This lot includes the highly coveted \"Bullion Bar (Bite)\" sculptural multiple and the original, pristine hardcover exhibition book.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Bullion show is famous in the street art world for an unprecedented event: the entire exhibition was reportedly purchased by Damien Hirst for £500,000 before the doors even opened to the public. Because of this immediate buyout, pieces from this era rarely hit the secondary market, making this an extraordinary opportunity for serious collectors of Paul Insect, Banksy, and the Lazarides-era movement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Artwork:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eTitle: Bullion Bar (Bite)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eYear: 2007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eEdition: #7 of 15 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eDimensions: 20.5 x 6.8 x 4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eMedium: 18-carat gold-plated, solid-cast brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eMarkings: Stamped with the edition number \"7\", the PI crest, and \"BULLION LONDON PI 2007\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eWeight: 3.43 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Book:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eTitle: Paul Insect: BULLION\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003ePublisher: Lazarides Gallery (2007)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eEdition Size: Limited edition of only 500 copies produced worldwide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eCondition: Excellent, unblemished condition. Features high-quality plates of the exhibition, including a double-page spread featuring this exact bullion bar design.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eCondition Report \u0026amp; Provenance:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe piece retains its brilliant, high-polish gold finish and the deeply textured \"bite\" mark.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlease note: There is a small scratch located in the corner of the bullion bar. This was left by a previous owner who attempted to test the piece to see if it was solid, pure gold—a highly fitting, almost poetic bit of provenance for an artwork directly commenting on greed, value, and commodity! Otherwise, the piece is in spectacular display condition.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe inclusion of the original exhibition book alongside the physical edition ensures the historical narrative and provenance of this set remain intact.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully as they represent the exact items you will receive. The piece will be shipped fully insured with tracking and signature required upon delivery.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mother's Silverware ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57814414557528,"sku":"015","price":8800.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9202\/7224\/files\/20260608_194133.jpg?v=1785242107"},{"product_id":"asset-pack-85757591554-example-product-3","title":"1875 Victorian Silver-Plated Boater Hat Butter Dish By J. Hirons \u0026 H.H. Plante","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Masterpiece of Victorian Novelty Silver\u003cbr\u003ePresenting an exceptionally rare and highly collectible Victorian silver-plated butter dish and cover, magnificently cast in the form of a classic straw boater hat. \u003cbr\u003eThis remarkable piece of trompe l'oeil (fool the eye) tableware perfectly captures the whimsical yet highly skilled silversmithing of the late 19th century, with intricate texturing designed to simulate woven straw right down to the hatband and bow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Maker\u003cbr\u003eThis piece is fully hallmarked on the underside, providing a fantastic, documented history:\u003cbr\u003eMaker: Stamped with the shield maker's mark \"JH over HHP over RB\", identifying it as the work of Joseph Hirons \u0026amp; Henry Hodson Plante \u0026amp; Co, operating out of Birmingham, England.\u003cbr\u003eDesign Registration: Features a clear British Patent Office diamond registration mark (System 2). The codes (Class I, S year code, E month code, 1st day, 4th parcel) definitively date the official registration of this design to May 1, 1875.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Construction\u003cbr\u003eLike the finest Victorian electroplate of its era, this piece is entirely non-magnetic. It features a layer of pure silver plated over a high-quality, non-magnetic base metal—most likely Nickel Silver (an alloy of copper, nickel, and zinc) or Britannia Metal, which allowed for the incredibly sharp, detailed casting of the straw texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuction Pedigree \u0026amp; Rarity\u003cbr\u003eExamples of this specific design are highly sought after by collectors of Victorian novelty silver. A pair of these exact same boater hat dishes from the esteemed Collection of Giorgio Marsan and Umberta Nasi realized £6,000 (GBP) at Christie's London in December 2007. Owning one is a rare opportunity to acquire a documented, museum-quality example of Victorian dining history. Please see link below. \u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/www.christies.com\/en\/lot\/lot-5025386\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem Details:\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Victorian Novelty \/ Trompe L'oeil\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Silver-plate over non-magnetic base metal (likely EPNS)\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 20.5 cm (8 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 7.2 cm (2.83 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight : 667 grams (1.47 lbs) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign Date: 1875\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003eAntique condition commensurate with age and use. The simulated straw casting remains remarkably crisp and detailed. (Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description, and feel free to message with any questions regarding specific wear, patina, or plating condition.)\u003cbr\u003eAdd a touch of Victorian whimsy and incredible English craftsmanship to your collection or dining table!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mother's Silverware ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57814414623064,"sku":"013","price":2800.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9202\/7224\/files\/20260819_120514.jpg?v=1787142715"},{"product_id":"asset-pack-85766078466-example-product-4","title":"Berlin Iron 19th Century Warwick Vase Collector's Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eA once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire a complete, historically verified triad of 19th-century masterpieces celebrating the legendary Warwick Vase. This curated collection traces the 19th-century European fascination with the Grand Tour antiquity across different countries and master foundries.\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive set is offered strictly together and includes three extraordinary pieces, presented in their chronological order of creation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. The Edward Thomason Metallic Medal (England) — Circa 1820-1821\u003cbr\u003eThis large, exceptionally detailed bronze medal commemorates Sir Edward Thomason's monumental undertaking: casting a life-size metallic replica of the original Roman marble Warwick Vase. Sir Edward Thomason (1769–1849) was a prominent Birmingham inventor and manufacturer of medals, buttons, and silver plate. Having previously worked for the legendary industrialist Matthew Boulton, Thomason was a prolific creator whose inventions even included a massively successful patented corkscrew in 1802.\u003cbr\u003eThe Undertaking: Producing the colossal replica was a crowning achievement of Thomason's career and Birmingham's industrial prowess. It occupied six years to painstakingly model, cast, and sculpture, resulting in a spectacular bronze replica precisely the size of the ancient marble original at Warwick Castle.\u003cbr\u003eObverse Inscription: \"BEGUN IN THE 51ST YEAR OF KING GEORGE THE III AND COMPLETED IN THE FIRST YEAR OF KING GEORGE THE IV\" (dating the completion to 1820).\u003cbr\u003eReverse Inscription: \"THE THOMASON METALLIC VASE \/ 21 FEET IN CIRCUMFERENCE \u0026amp; 5 FEET 10 IN. IN HEIGHT.\"\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 5.4 cm diameter.\u003cbr\u003eSignificance: A magnificent testament to the sheer scale of the 19th-century English obsession with the vase's design and the exceptional technical mastery of Thomason’s factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease see the link below to the Science Museum in the UK as your reference.\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk\/objects\/co74217\/bronze-medal-to-commemorate-thomasons-metal-vase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. The Royal Berlin Iron Foundry (KPEG) New Year's Plaque — Dated 1828\u003cbr\u003eA rare cast iron presentation plaque from the famed Königliche Eisengießerei Berlin (Royal Iron Foundry Berlin) from the era of Friedrich Wilhelm III, explicitly dated 1828, and modeled by the celebrated master Wilhelm August Stilarsky.\u003cbr\u003eDesign: Features the year 1828 flanking an intricate central monument representing the tomb of Prussian Lieutenant General Ludwig Matthias Nathanael Gottlieb von Brauchitsch (1757–1827). To the right sits a beautifully detailed miniature representation of the Warwick Vase on a pedestal; to the left is a classical Molossian dog, modeled after the antique original in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence.\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 6.3 x 8.73 cm.\u003cbr\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Literature: Maintained in superb \"Gussfrisch\" (freshly cast\/mint) condition. Officially documented in standard Berlin Iron reference literature (Arenhövel 25, Strothotte 1828-3).\u003cbr\u003eSignificance: 1828 is the exact year the Royal Foundry debuted their highly celebrated cast iron copies of the Warwick Vase at the Berlin Academy Exhibition. This New Year's plaque served as an official announcement and showcase of Stilarsky's masterful new model alongside other artistic achievements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease see the link below to the Berlin Museum in Germany as your reference.\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/sammlung-online.berlin.museum\/Details\/Index\/288346\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. The Berlin Iron Warwick Vase — Circa 1830-1850\u003cbr\u003eThe crown jewel of the collection: a magnificent, large-scale Berlin Iron (Eisenkunstguss) cast of the Warwick Vase. Masterfully modeled by Wilhelm August Stilarsky and cast by Grüttner at the Royal Iron Foundry in Berlin.\u003cbr\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Assembly: Assembled from approximately 50 individual cast pieces using hidden internal screws, pins, and rivets—a hallmark of supreme 19th-century German foundry craftsmanship. Finished with the traditional deep black \"schwarz gebrannt\" coating. \u003cbr\u003ePlease note the left handle is slgihtly loose and rust bloom is apparent at various spots. However this has been neutralised and is natural due to the iron material and the 196 year age of the piece. \u003cbr\u003eMuseum Provenance Match: The dimensions are an absolute, precise match to the heavily documented, restored exemplar held in the Stadtmuseum Berlin (Inventory No. KH 2006\/2 EI).\u003cbr\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight: Total Height: 40.5 cm | Top Outer Diameter: 26.2 cm | Square Pedestal Base Width: 17.6 cm | Weight: 12.1 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease see the link below to the Berlin Museum in Germany as your reference. \u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/sammlung-online.stadtmuseum.de\/Details\/Index\/529345\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollector's Note\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces are not merely decorative items; they represent a physical timeline of the Neoclassical revival and European foundry history. To possess the commemorative English medal, the German foundry's announcement plaque, and the final executed iron masterpiece together is a true rarity for serious metalwork and Grand Tour antiquity collectors. \u003cbr\u003eThis set highlights the absolute pinnacle of Berlin Iron and Thomason's Birmingham mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturns: I accept returns within 14 days of delivery. Please note that due to the heavy, crated nature of this antique, the buyer is entirely responsible for all return shipping and specialized crating costs, unless the item arrives damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✈️ SHIPPING \u0026amp; DELIVERY NOTICE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are based within Germany: Free personal hand-delivery is included. We will personally transport and deliver this historic collection to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor International Clients (Everywhere Else): The listed €1,000 shipping fee serves as a secure placeholder to accommodate custom-built heavy suspension crates, specialized art freight couriers, and comprehensive insurance. \u003cbr\u003ePlease message me with your postal code prior to purchasing so I can provide an exact shipping quote tailored to your location and adjust the price downward if possible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mother's Silverware ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57814539043160,"sku":"008","price":20500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9202\/7224\/files\/20260603_201308.jpg?v=1785163919"},{"product_id":"berlin-ironwork-necklace-antique-napoleon-parure-jewellery-box","title":"Berlin Iron Necklace Ca. 1815-1820 \u0026 Napoleon Parure Jewellery Box","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eAn exceptionally rare early 19th-century Berlin iron (Fer de Berlin) necklace, beautifully paired with a historically significant antique parure presentation box featuring Emperor Napoleon's monogram.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eA very similar necklace design is thoroughly documented in academic literature, appearing as catalog entry 509 in Anne Forschler-Tarrasch's definitive reference book, European Cast Iron (published by the Birmingham Museum of Art). You can view the museum's officially documented piece in their online collection here:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artsbma.org\/collection\/necklace-with-cross-pendant-2\/?_gl=1190gnbl_upMQ.._gaMTM4MzQ2NDEwMy4xNzg2NzkyMzMx_ga_RSWPMQ9372czE3ODY3OTIyNzgkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODY3OTIzMzAkajgkbDAkaDA._ga_0WD5F6YLM5*czE3ODY3OTIzMzAkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODY3OTIzMzAkajYwJGwwJGgw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.artsbma.org\/\u003cwbr\u003ecollection\/necklace-with-\u003cwbr\u003ecross-pendant-2\/?_gl=1190gnbl_\u003cwbr\u003eupMQ.._\u003cwbr\u003egaMTM4MzQ2NDEwMy4xNzg2NzkyMzMx\u003cwbr\u003e_ga_\u003cwbr\u003eRSWPMQ9372czE3ODY3OTIyNzgkbzEk\u003cwbr\u003eZzEkdDE3ODY3OTIzMzAkajgkbDAkaD\u003cwbr\u003eA._ga_0WD5F6YLM5*\u003cwbr\u003eczE3ODY3OTIzMzAkbzEkZzAkdDE3OD\u003cwbr\u003eY3OTIzMzAkajYwJGwwJGgw\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis piece represents the absolute pinnacle of Prussian iron jewelry, a deeply patriotic and highly fashionable craft that emerged during the Napoleonic Wars when citizens traded their precious gold for iron to fund the war effort.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe necklace is an exquisite display of high-contrast, intricately cast blackened iron. According to the documented museum catalog entry for this variant, the architecture of the piece features:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eA delicate mesh chain made of intertwined iron links with a T-bar clasp.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eA central brooch-like medallion flanked by acanthus foliage, designed in a classic Neoclassical idiom.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eA finely cast Sistine cherub mounted within the central medallion, set against a bright polished steel plate and framed by a subtle gold rim.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eA large, striking cross pendant suspended below, rendered in an elaborate Gothic Revival style with scrolling arms.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eA central rosette on the cross, identically set on a polished steel plate with a gold rim, featuring the classic cross, heart, and anchor motif symbolizing faith, hope, and charity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eHistorical Collector's Note\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eDating precisely to the 1815–1820 period, this piece is attributed as possibly the work of Johann Conrad Geiss, one of the foremost pioneers and masters of Berlin iron jewelry. Pieces of this configuration hold immense historical value; a highly comparable necklace is prominently featured in the c. 1830–1840 oil painting Portrait of an Unknown Woman (Collection Biri Fay, Berlin), which illustrates the immense pride aristocratic women felt in wearing these intricate cast-iron jewels.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements \u0026amp; Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Chain Length: Approximately 52 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Pendant Drop (Medallion \u0026amp;amp; Cross): Approximately 13 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross Dimensions: Approximately 8 cm long by 6.2 cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNecklace Weight: 39 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Report:\u003cbr\u003eAntique Berlin iron is famously brittle and prone to rust, making surviving intact pieces highly coveted. This necklace presents beautifully, with the intertwined chain completely connected, the blackened finish well-preserved, and the polished steel plates behind the cherub and rosette remaining bright and reflective.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: The slight inward curve at the bottom tip of the cross is a masterful, intentional ergonomic design feature cast into the original mold to allow the large pendant to drape flush against the natural slope of the wearer's chest; it is not a warp or flaw in the iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Napoleon Monogram Parure Box \u0026amp; Historical Paradox\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe necklace is presented in a breathtaking, semi-circular antique parure box. The exterior is bound in rich red morocco leather, finished with intricate gilt-tooled gold borders, and prominently features the iconic gold-stamped monogram of Emperor Napoleon—a letter 'N' situated directly beneath an imperial crown.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eA Note to Collectors: This pairing represents an incredible historical irony. Berlin ironwork was famously born out of Prussian resistance to Napoleon's occupation; citizens literally traded their precious gold for iron to fund the war effort against France. Placing a supreme symbol of Prussian anti-Napoleonic resistance inside a box bearing Napoleon's own imperial crest creates a deeply compelling narrative and a magnificent historical display. (Please note: The original jewels housed in this box have been lost to time; this is a curated collector's marriage).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eParure Box Dimensions:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eApproximately 23 cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e18 cm depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e11 cm high at the peak of the dome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eParure Box Weight: 443 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eEra: 1815–1820, Georgian \/ Biedermeier era\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe antique parure box shows expected age-related wear to the red morocco leather exterior and interior silk, commensurate with early 19th-century pieces, but remains structurally sound and visually stunning. You will see from the pictures the hooks to secure the box closed are missing. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe neck stand is for display purposes and is not part of the set.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eIf you require any further information about this set. Please do not hesisate to contact us. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mother's Silverware ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57983088591192,"sku":"006","price":8900.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9202\/7224\/files\/20260812_143325.jpg?v=1786892187"},{"product_id":"berlin-iron-signet-ring-c-1813-1820-mid-to-late-19th-century-830-silver-counterpart","title":"Berlin Iron Signet Ring c. 1813–1820  \u0026 Mid-to-Late 19th Century 830 Silver Counterpart","description":"\u003cp\u003eA museum-worthy pair of antique rings, featuring a highly rare original early 19th-century Berlin iron (Fer de Berlin) signet ring, accompanied by its exact 830 silver counterpart from the mid-to-late 19th century. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinding a single, intact Berlin iron ring is incredibly rare, as their brittle nature means very few survived the last two centuries. Finding one paired with a later silver twin offers a physical, tangible representation of the famous 'Gold gab ich für Eisen' (I gave gold for iron) patriotic movement and the enduring legacy of the crest it bears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Historical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003cbr\u003eDuring the Napoleonic Wars (circa 1813), the Prussian Royal Family urged citizens to donate their precious metals to help fund the military defense against France. In exchange for their gold and silver, patriots were given iron jewelry replicas as a symbol of their loyalty and sacrifice.\u003cbr\u003eThis set perfectly illustrates the lifespan of that exchange. The cast iron ring is the early original, worn proudly to display a patriotic contribution during the war effort. The silver counterpart, cast in an 830 purity typical of Northern Germany, dates to the mid-to-late 19th century. This later casting was likely commissioned as a commemorative duplicate, a precious metal replacement by a descendant, or a formal realization of the iron guild crest once the economic hardships of the war had passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003cbr\u003eBoth rings display astonishing precision, demonstrating the immense skill required to capture the exact same intricate details in both soft silver and brittle iron.\u003cbr\u003eThe Signet Bezel: Both feature an octagonal face depicting a highly detailed crest—an arm or gauntlet wielding a tool over a block, topped with a distinctive insignia. This intriguing motif strongly suggests a blacksmith or ironworker guild, though the implements also bear a striking resemblance to agricultural tools, pointing toward a farming guild, agrarian estate, or specific fraternal order.\u003cbr\u003eThe Shoulders: The bands are beautifully decorated with deep, relief-worked floral and foliate motifs that wrap down the sides of the shank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements \u0026amp; Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Berlin Iron Ring:\u003cbr\u003eEra: c. 1813–1820\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 10 grams\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: UK V-W \/ US 11 (European size 65)\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Cast iron with traditional blackened finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 830 Silver Ring:\u003cbr\u003eEra: Mid to late 19th Century\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 15 grams\u003cbr\u003eRing Size: UK Z+2 \/ US 13.5 (European size 71\/72)\u003cbr\u003ePurity: 830 Silver (Typical Northern German origin)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Report\u003cbr\u003eBoth pieces survive in remarkable antique condition. The mid-to-late 19th-century 830 silver ring possesses a beautiful, unpolished antique patina that accentuates the deep relief carving of the guild tools and floral shoulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe early 19th-century Berlin iron ring is completely intact—which is exceptionally rare for cast iron rings of this era—and retains a beautiful blackened finish with crisp, highly legible details on the signet face.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any further questions abou the set. Please do not hesitate to contact us. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mother's Silverware ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57987135013208,"sku":"005","price":3800.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9202\/7224\/files\/20260818_101252.jpg?v=1787041214"},{"product_id":"pair-of-berlin-iron-neo-gothic-crucifixes-c-1865-from-the-royal-prussian-saynerhutte","title":"Pair Of Berlin Iron Neo Gothic Crucifixes C.1865 From The Royal Prussian SaynerHütte","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eAn extraordinary, museum-documented pair of 19th-century Royal Prussian ornamental cast iron crucifixes (Eisenkunstguss), manufactured by the renowned Sayner Hütte.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eOffered as a magnificent comparative study, this set presents the exact same architectural casting in its two distinct historical finishes: the classic blackened Prussian iron and the extremely rare, commissioned solid continental silver mounts. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eHistorical Background \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn 1865, industrialist Alfred Krupp acquired the Sayner Hütte foundry. Shortly following the acquisition, a definitive photographic pattern book was created to document the foundry’s master models (Musterbuch Nr. 3), which is preserved today in the Historisches Archiv Krupp in Essen.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis specific Gothic crucifix model is officially recorded in that historic catalog. Furthermore, archival records and direct correspondence with the Rheinisches Eisenkunstguss-Museum—which is today appropriately housed directly at the historic Sayner Hütte foundry site where these pieces were born—confirm that the Sayner Hütte actively commissioned regional goldsmiths and jewelers for high-end, luxury commissions. Ornamental cast iron production at Sayner Hütte permanently ceased with the foundry's closure in 1926, making surviving examples of this caliber irreplaceable historical artifacts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Architecture\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eGothic Tracery \u0026amp; Base: Each crucifix rises from an imposing eight-sided (octagonal) architectural base intricately detailed with openwork Gothic tracery windows (Maßwerkfenstern).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Shaft \u0026amp; Cross: The cross features flared, stylized Gothic trefoil terminals with ribbed molding running along the upright shaft.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Corpus Christi: Depicts Christ looking to the right (nach rechts blickend) with an intricately draped perizoma (loincloth).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Finishes:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Standard Variant: Finished in deep, traditional blackened cast iron.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Luxury Variant: Features a factory-commissioned, solid continental silver Corpus Christi, INRI titulus plaque, and a memento mori skull and crossbones at the foot of the cross, providing a striking high-contrast aesthetic against the blackened frame.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eFoundry Mark: Underside bears the authentic Royal Prussian Sayner Hütte foundry mark—the initials \"S.H.\" within an oval cartouche.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eMeasurements \u0026amp; Specifications (Per Crucifix) \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: Approx. 51.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase Diameter: Approx. 14 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.5 kg each (Total pair weight exactly 5.0 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Sayner Hütte, Bendorf-Sayn, Rhineland, Prussia (Germany)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod: Post-1865 (Alfred Krupp era \/ 19th Century)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eDocumentation: Musterbuch Nr. 3 der Sayner Hütte (Historisches Archiv Krupp, Essen); a comparative example of the blackened variant is held in the collection of the Rheinisches Eisenkunstguss-Museum (now located on-site at the Sayner Hütte). You can view the museum's officially documented piece in their online collection here:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rlp.museum-digital.de\/object\/23413\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/rlp.museum-digital.de\/\u003cwbr\u003eobject\/23413\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eBoth crucifixes survive in exceptional, museum-grade antique condition. The cast iron structures are completely intact, free of cracks, breaks, or structural repairs. The blackened finish retains a rich, even surface across both pieces. The solid continental silver corpus displays a superb, authentic age patina highlighting the muscular detail of the sculpture. The Mementi Mori skull and crossbones is slightly loose but structurally sound. \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mother's Silverware ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57992323924312,"sku":"004","price":6500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9202\/7224\/files\/20260603_203503_1.jpg?v=1786992818"}],"url":"https:\/\/motherssilverware.com\/collections\/flavours-of-the-month.oembed","provider":"Mother's Silverware ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}