Fish server
L. and W.
Category
Silver
Date
1889 - 1891
Materials
silver plate & ivory
Measurements
125 mm (Width); 350 mm (L)
Place of origin
Birmingham
Collection
Calke Abbey, Derbyshire
NT 290949.1
Summary
Birmingham silver-plated fish knife (a) and fish fork servers (b), knife blade marked L and W, ivory handles with Sheffield silver mounts. Blades are engraved and the handle mounts chased with scrolling foliage design. Ring of beading around top of the ivory handles. In an oblong black leather-covered case (c) with blue satin and velvet lining. Handles dates 1889 and 1891.
Marks and inscriptions
L and W (on blades)
Makers and roles
L. and W., manufacturer