Silver Arts Guild

Silver has been prized above nearly all other metals since antiquity for both its malleability and its white metallic luster. Its conductivity makes it ideally suited for utilitarian purposes, and it has long been used to fashion objects such as flatware and serving dishes. Yet, its intrinsic value has long elevated silver objects into the realm of luxury items, and thus the strata of the wealthy class.

In both England and America, silver connoisseurs of the 18th and 19th centuries demanded both utility and supreme artistry in their silver acquisitions. Four supreme silversmiths of the age answered, elevating the craft of silversmithing to a true art form: Paul de Lamerie, Hester Bateman, Paul Revere, Jr. and Paul Storr. http://landing.rauantiques.com/silver-exhibition/?utm_campaign=Themed%20Emails&utm_source=email&utm_medium=Hubspot&utm_term=Silver%20Exhibition&utm_content=Made%20in%20America%20May%2021

OLD SHEFFIELD PLATE

Old Sheffield Plate Explained at - J.H. Tee Antiques Old Sheffield Plate is the name given to silver plate made from a fusion process in the late 18th and early 19th century, before the invention of electro

American & European Silver

Set the scene with these time-honored 18th to 21st century silver pieces. From Tiffany & Co. to Georg Jensen, Gorham, Hanau and more, this collection features renowned names in the art of silver-making. Start your collection with Grand Baroque cutlery or make a statement with a masterful entree dish. Whether you are drawn to Antique Victorian, Mid-Century Modern or Contemporary styles, you will discover an alluring assortment of motifs and techniques. As the most versatile of precious metals, silver stands as both the backdrop and center-stage of a tastefully decorated home.

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American, European & Mexican Silver

Set the scene with these time-honored 18th to 20th century silver pieces. From Spratling to Georg Jensen, Gorham and more, this collection features renowned names in the art of silver-making. Start your country house collection with Grand Baroque cutlery or make a statement with an elegant tray. Whether you are drawn to the Edwardian or Modernist styles, you will discover an alluring assortment of motifs and techniques. As the most versatile of precious metals, silver stands as both the backdrop and center-stage of a tastefully decorated home.
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My Cup of Tea! CHARLES W. HAMILL SILVER-PLATED LEMONADE AND ICED TEA PITCHER ON STAND

Silver tea strainers - on my Christmas wish list!
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Decorating With Antiques, Silver plating, Silver’s Legacy, sterling silver

Decorating With Antiques: Silver’s Legacy Source: - Mike Dietrich Learn how to tell sterling from plate, ways to display pieces and why silver is so darn special to begin with Houzz contributor Mike Dietrich has been active in the interior...

Use what you have beautifully.

How To Stamp Spoons Source: by Adrianne Surian, Blogger - Grand Rapids, MI                      With premium metal stamps, you can actually stamp messages onto stainless steel spoons! I've been stamping for a few year...