The Aesthetic movement was a cultural movement that emerged in Britain in the 1860s. It was characterized by a focus on aesthetics and the creation of beautiful, harmonious, and refined works of art, design, and literature. The Aesthetic movement was a rebellion against what was seen as the materialism of the industrial age, highlighted by the Great Exhibition of 1851 and was influenced by a number of artistic and cultural trends, including the Pre-Raphaelite movement, Japanese art, and the writings of John Ruskin and William Morris. The movement was associated with a number of prominent figures, including the artists and designers James McNeill Whistler and Oscar Wilde, and it had a significant impact on the development of art, architecture, and design in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The movement spread to the United States and in turn influenced both the Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements.

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Large American sterling silver basting spoon by Crosby Morse &…

Engraved Sterling Silver Basting Spoon by Crosby Morse & Foss

Large American sterling silver basting spoon by Crosby Morse & Foss, handle with engraved bright cut border and 2 aesthetic motifs, 157 grams

A Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd hallmarked sterling silver set of…

Sterling Silver Gravy Boats, Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd

A Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd hallmarked sterling silver set of two gravy boats, Sheffield c1930, length 16 cm Wt 364g Conditon - good - some tarnish and aesthetic wear consistent with age and use

Victorian sterling silver Christening mug cylindrical shape…

Victorian Sterling Silver Aesthetic Christening Mug

Victorian sterling silver Christening mug cylindrical shape engraved in the aesthetic style with stylised foliage, Sheffield 1879, approx 109g

An exceptional Aesthetic movement English sterling silver four…

Japanese-inspired Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Set

An exceptional Aesthetic movement English sterling silver four piece tea and coffee service, finely engraved with Japanese inspired decoration, made by Richard Martin & Ebenezer Hall of London, circa 1882. Diamond pattern registration mark for 1875, the…

A sterling silver compote ladle, by Henry William Curry, London,…

Aesthetic Sterling Silver Compote Ladle by Henry Curry, London

A sterling silver compote ladle, by Henry William Curry, London, 1878, in the Aesthetic style, depicting, flowers and scrolls in relief with an anointing scene, to the handle. 66gms.

Four sterling silver items a mug, creamer, pepper pot, posy…

Sterling Silver Collection: Mug, Creamer, Pepper Pot & Posy Vase

Four sterling silver items a mug, creamer, pepper pot, posy vase, late 19th to 20th century, London and Birmingham, various makers, an 1881 Aesthetic movement mug with engraved floral and insect designs, an 1889 small repousse creamer in the 18th century…

A stunning Aesthetic movement English sterling silver claret…

Japanese Style Sterling Silver Claret Jug by Richards & Brown

A stunning Aesthetic movement English sterling silver claret jug in the Japanese style, by Richards & Brown of London, circa 1879, and retailed by 'Flavelle Bros. & Roberts, Sydney & Brisbane', with later inscription 'General Manager's trophy Burroughs…

Victorian sterling silver two handled Christening cup, footed…

Victorian Aesthetic Revival Christening Cup, Sheffield 1875

Victorian sterling silver two handled Christening cup, footed cylindrical form, decorated in the Aesthetic revival taste, engraved name to the body and inscription to the base, Sheffield 1875, 9 cm high

A Victorian Aesthetic style bachelor tea service, probably…

Victorian Aesthetic Tea Service with Zodiac Symbols

A Victorian Aesthetic style bachelor tea service, probably James Reid, Glasglow, circa 1899, comprising teapot, creamer and sugar pot. Each piece inspired by Indian taste, and decorated with a band of reserves representing the twelve symbols of the zodiac…

A large and impressive Victorian silver Aesthetic period…

Victorian Silver Trophy Cup with Aesthetic Engraving

A large and impressive Victorian silver Aesthetic period engraved trophy cup, decoration of birds amongst florals and leafy sprays, presentation engraved 'A Souvenir of Happy Days Past at Tyndrum'. Birmingham 1878 by Elkington & Co. (Frederick Elkington).…

An Edwardian silver toast rack, aesthetic movement design,…

Edwardian Aesthetic Silver Toast Rack, Birmingham 1905

An Edwardian silver toast rack, aesthetic movement design, Birmingham 1905, 190gm. Length 15 cm.

A Victorian aesthetic design silver bowl by Wakely and Wheeler,…

Victorian Silver Bowl by Wakely and Wheeler, London 1865

A Victorian aesthetic design silver bowl by Wakely and Wheeler, London 1865. 7 cm high, 10 cm wide.

A sterling silver and gilt Aesthetic jug with goblets and tray,…

Aesthetic Sterling Silver Jug, Goblets & Tray Set

A sterling silver and gilt Aesthetic jug with goblets and tray, 1882 London, with maker's marks for Holland, Son & Slater, and; 1879 Birmingham, with maker's mark FE for Elkington & Co, the straight-sided jug with a bamboo bracket handle with foliate…

A pair of silver Aesthetic Movement table salts, triangular…

Silver Aesthetic Movement Table Salts, Sheffield 1894

A pair of silver Aesthetic Movement table salts, triangular shape with lunette sides, embossed decoration. Sheffield 1894. Width 9.5 cm

A rare Aesthetic movement sterling silver parcel gilt chalice,…

Aesthetic Sterling Silver Chalice with Japanese Decoration

A rare Aesthetic movement sterling silver parcel gilt chalice, 1878 Birmingham, with maker's mark F.E for Elkington & Co, the gilt washed chalice superbly engraved and gilt decorated with Japanese fans, birds, insects and a spider in a web, with brocade…

A heavy Victorian Aesthetic period engraved salver, japonais…

Victorian Japonais Engraved Salver by Elkington & Co

A heavy Victorian Aesthetic period engraved salver, japonais inspired decoration of birds amongst florals and bamboo, raised on three lion's paw feet. London 1879 by Elkington & Co. (Frederick Elkington). 700gms. Diameter 25.6 cm

A large Victorian silver Aesthetic period and decorated trophy…

Victorian Silver Trophy Cup with Aesthetic Period Decoration

A large Victorian silver Aesthetic period and decorated trophy cup, decoration of birds amongst florals and leafy sprays, presentation engraved 'A Souvenir of Happy Days Past at Tyndrum'. Birmingham 1878 by Elkington & Co. (Frederick Elkington). 850gms.…

A c.1890 Tiffany & Co. of New York silver spirit kettle,…

Tiffany Silver Spirit Kettle with Aesthetic Engravings

A c.1890 Tiffany & Co. of New York silver spirit kettle, Aesthetic movement engraved floral panels, cherub finial, crested with a raised arm holding a sprig, the band with relief ivy decoration and ball and claw feet, with burner. The base stamped with…

A George IV sterling silver pair of Aesthetic decorated table…

Aesthetic Sterling Silver Spoons Set with Berry Spoons

A George IV sterling silver pair of Aesthetic decorated table spoons and six berry spoons the pair by William Traies, London 1824, the berry spoons mixed maker's and dates

Victorian sterling silver four piece tea & coffee set circular…

Victorian Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Set, London 1858

Victorian sterling silver four piece tea & coffee set circular baluster shape, the lids with urn shaped finials, beaded C scroll handles and engraved aesthetic design engraving, London, 1858, makers, Edward & John Barnard

A Victorian silver 'Japonaise' Aesthetic pitcher and two…

Aesthetic Silver Pitcher and Goblets with Japanese Motifs

A Victorian silver 'Japonaise' Aesthetic pitcher and two goblets by John Aldwinckle & James Slater, London 1882/4, of tapered form, the jug with bamboo handle, each chased with cranes, blossom and butterflies, each hallmarked, 898 grams, tallest 20 cm, (3)

Victorian four piece sterling silver tea & coffee set of…

Victorian Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Set with Aesthetic Design

Victorian four piece sterling silver tea & coffee set of Aesthetic design, octagonal baluster shape with engraved panels and crest on stylised scroll feet, London, 1848, makers Joseph Angell I & Joseph Angel II, bases engraved for retailer, J Mayer,…

Cased Victorian sterling silver gilt dessert set of two berry…

Victorian Gilt Berry & Sifter Spoon Set, 1863 London

Cased Victorian sterling silver gilt dessert set of two berry spoons & sifter spoon, Aesthetic movement engraved, London 1863

A Victorian Aesthetic movement sterling silver tankard, 1881…

Victorian Sterling Silver Tankard with Oriental Aesthetic Design

A Victorian Aesthetic movement sterling silver tankard, 1881 Birmingham, with maker's mark for Hilliard & Thomason, the straight sided tankard with a simple hollow 'C' form handle beautifully bright cut and prick worked with patterns, birds and insects in…

A French. 950 silver bachelor teaset in the Aesthetic manner,…

Aesthetic French Silver Bachelor Teaset with Japonaiserie Decoration

A French. 950 silver bachelor teaset in the Aesthetic manner, circa 1880s, with Minerva 1 mark, rubbed standard to some pieces, and maker's marks for Jean Francois Veyrat, the delightful setting comprising a teapot, a small jug, a covered sugar bowl and a…