Wilkinson & Co

Henry Wilkinson & Co. – Silver-Plated Revolving Dome Chafing Dish / Hot Water Serving Dish – Sheffield, England – Early 20th Century (ca. 1900–1930) An elegant and complete silver-plated revolving chafing dish by the renowned English silversmith Henry Wilkinson & Co. of Sheffield, England. Raised on four beautifully cast cabriole legs with graceful side handles and finished with a refined beaded border, this impressive serving piece perfectly illustrates the quality and craftsmanship for which Sheffield silver plate became internationally celebrated during the early twentieth century. Designed as a hot water serving dish (bain-marie), the outer vessel is filled with hot water, allowing the removable inner serving bowl to keep food warm gently without direct heat. The pierced warming insert ensures an even distribution of warmth, while the elegant revolving dome lid allows guests to serve themselves easily while retaining heat. Such luxurious serving dishes were widely used during formal dinners, festive banquets and in prestigious hotels and country houses throughout the Edwardian period and the early decades of the twentieth century. The underside is stamped with the maker's mark HW & Co within a shield, together with the firm's distinctive crossed keys trademark, EP (Electro Plated) and production numbers, identifying the piece as the work of Henry Wilkinson & Co., Sheffield. Founded in 1843, the company became one of Sheffield's respected manufacturers of high-quality silver-plated tableware, admired for its elegant designs and excellent craftsmanship. With its timeless Edwardian / Neo-Georgian Revival styling, graceful proportions and practical functionality, this chafing dish is both a decorative centrepiece and a highly usable serving piece. It will complement an ELLE Decor-inspired interior, a sophisticated Christmas table setting, or an important collection of English silver plate. Dimensions Height: approximately 19 cm Length (handle to handle): approximately 29 cm Width: approximately 19 cm Weight: approximately 2.2 kg Condition Good antique condition with normal wear consistent with age and use. Light surface scratches are present, and there is minor copper bleed-through on the side handles where the silver plating has naturally worn over time. Here and there, the copper is also starting to show through on the sharp edges. The revolving lid functions smoothly, and the dish is complete with its removable inner serving bowl and pierced warming insert. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description. The lot will be professionally packed and shipped with great care Catawiki smart shipping services. #Elledeco #Christmas table setting

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