{"title":"New Arrivals","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover Our Latest \u0026amp; Greatest Aquisitions \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"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-84877180930-example-product-4","title":"Art Nouveau 1902 Sterling Silver Belt By Reynolds \u0026 Westwood Birmingham UK","description":"\u003cp\u003eArt nouveau sterling silver belt. Crafted in 1902 by the esteemed silversmiths Reynolds \u0026amp; Westwood, this piece is a magnificent example of turn-of-the-century craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe belt features a striking central statement buckle showcasing the quintessential art nouveau maiden in deep relief. \u003cbr\u003eHer elegant profile is surrounded by dramatic, flowing, whiplash hair and botanical motifs. \u003cbr\u003eFlanking the central buckle are repeating, linked silver medallions, each echoing the maiden motif with exceptional detailing. \u003cbr\u003eThe natural patina the silver has acquired over the past century perfectly highlights the depth of the repoussé work, allowing the faces and intricate curves to truly stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether displayed in a collector's cabinet or worn to add a dramatic antique statement to a modern wardrobe, this belt is a wearable work of art and a significant piece of Edwardian-era British silver history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Details\u003cbr\u003eMaker: Reynolds \u0026amp; Westwood (\"R.W\" maker's mark)\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Birmingham, England\u003cbr\u003eYear: 1902 (Clearly fully hallmarked)\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Solid Sterling Silver\u003cbr\u003eTotal Weight: 116 grams (approx. 3.73 Troy ounces)\u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 67.5 cm\u003cbr\u003eClasp Style: Secure antique hook-and-loop buckle fastening\u003cbr\u003eConstruction: Cast and repoussé medallion panels connected by heavy silver chain links\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Wear\u003cbr\u003eThis belt is in excellent antique condition. The silver retains a beautiful emphasis on the three-dimensional design of the portraits. The chain links connecting the medallions are fully intact and structurally sound, and the hook-and-loop clasp fastens securely. Please review all macro photographs carefully, as they are an integral part of the description and showcase the exact condition and hallmarks of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mother's Silverware ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57811025264984,"sku":"016","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9202\/7224\/files\/20260820_130635.jpg?v=1787231296"},{"product_id":"asset-pack-85757591554-example-product-4","title":"Gabriel Hermeling Neo-Gothic Cologne Silver Altar Crucifix","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn Exceptional, Museum-Quality 19th-Century Masterpiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresenting a breathtaking, one-of-a-kind solid \"Cologne Silver\" (Kölner Silber) altar crucifix by the renowned 19th-century German silversmith Gabriel Hermeling (1833–1904). \u003cbr\u003eOperating out of Cologne—the historic epicenter of the German Gothic Revival movement Hermeling was a celebrated master highly prized for his prestigious ecclesiastical commissions. This Neo-Gothic cross is a premier example of elite Cologne silver craftsmanship, boasting a completely documented provenance, substantial weight, and striking gemstone accents.\u003cbr\u003eThis is not a standard inventory piece; it is a bespoke, dated presentation artifact of remarkable historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical Provenance \u0026amp; Engraving\u003cbr\u003eThe hexagonal base of the crucifix features a beautiful, continuous hand-engraved dedication in Gothic script. It reads:\u003cbr\u003e\"Dem hochwürdigen herrn Caplan Bernhard Schurz die dankbare kath. Gemeinde Ottweiler bei seinem Scheiden am 27. Oct. 1885.\"\u003cbr\u003eEnglish Translation:\u003cbr\u003e\"To the reverend Chaplain Bernhard Schurz, [from] the grateful Catholic parish of Ottweiler, upon his departure on October 27, 1885.\"\u003cbr\u003eThis pristine inscription provides a completely airtight history, anchoring the piece directly to Ottweiler, Germany, in the late autumn of 1885.\u003cbr\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExecuted in the Gothic Revival style, the crucifix rises from an elegantly engraved hexagonal base into a sturdy, twisted stem. The cross itself features trefoil terminals tipped with fleur-de-lis. Set into the front of the terminals and the center of the cross are five (5) original, genuine deep-blue lapis lazuli cabochon stones. The celestial blue of the lapis perfectly contrasts with the heavy silver and beautifully complements the finely modeled cast corpus (Christ figure) and the radiating rays at the intersection of the crossbars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003cbr\u003eMaker: Gabriel Hermeling (Köln\/Cologne)\u003cbr\u003eHallmarks: Stamped strictly on the base rim with 800 (indicating 800-standard solid silver) and G.HERMELING\u003cbr\u003eDate: October 27, 1885\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Solid 800 Silver, Lapis Lazuli (5 stones)\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 52 cm (approx. 20.4 inches)\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 23 cm (approx. 9 inches)\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 740 grams (approx. 26.1 ounces)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003eExcellent antique condition. The silver retains a gorgeous, unpolished patina that highlights the depth of the engraving and the sculptural details of the Christ figure. The structure is incredibly robust with no bends or breaks. All five lapis lazuli stones are original, securely set, and intact. There is a slight dent on the top of the cross, which represents honest wear commensurate with an ecclesiastical artifact of this age.\u003cbr\u003eThis is a rare opportunity for collectors of antique liturgical silver, Gothic Revival art, or significant Catholic artifacts to acquire a securely dated, fully documented masterwork of Cologne Silver.\u003cbr\u003eFor other references to Gabriel Hermeling's work. Please see the links below to Sotheby's and Christie's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSotheby's - A German cup with enamels, pearls, corals, precious stones and silver-gilt mounts, Gabriel Cologne, 1906\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/www.sothebys.com\/en\/buy\/auction\/2022\/hotel-lambert-une-collection-princiere-volume-ii-kunstkammer\/a-german-cup-with-enamels-pearls-corals-precious\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChristie's - AN IMPRESSIVE ANTIQUE ENAMEL AMETHYST AND DIAMOND CROSS PENDANT ON A CHAIN\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/www.christies.com.cn\/en\/lot\/lot-3875293\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mother's Silverware ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57814414852440,"sku":"012","price":27500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9202\/7224\/files\/20260214_140244_1.jpg?v=1787147068"},{"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"}],"url":"https:\/\/motherssilverware.com\/collections\/new-arrivals.oembed","provider":"Mother's Silverware ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}