The Smith family of silversmiths in London was one of the most successful and respected in the 19th century. The family business was founded in 1800 by George Smith Sr., who was apprenticed to the renowned silversmith Paul Storr. Smith Sr. quickly established himself as a skilled and innovative silversmith, and his work was soon in high demand among the aristocracy and wealthy middle class.

In 1820, George Smith Jr. joined the family business, and together father and son created some of the most beautiful and iconic silver pieces of the 19th century. Their work was characterized by its elegant design, exquisite craftsmanship, and use of high-quality materials. The Smiths were also known for their ability to produce silver in a wide range of styles, from traditional to neoclassical to romantic.

The Smith family business was particularly successful during the Victorian era. During this time, there was a great more...

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A fine set of three George III sterling silver covered…

George III Sterling Silver Covered Canisters, London 1766, Daniel Smith

A fine set of three George III sterling silver covered canisters, 1766 London, with maker's mark for Daniel Smith and Robert Sharpe comprising a pair of tea caddies and a larger sugar bowl, each of bombe form with beaded rims, on scrolled feet with…

George III sterling silver teapot, of quatrefoil shape, fluted…

George III sterling silver teapot, of quatrefoil shape, fluted lid with ivory disc finial, engraved bright cut bands, family crest to one side, initials to the other, London 1796, maker Robert sharp, approx 504 grams

A set of eight gadroon edge sterling silver crested dinner…

A set of eight gadroon edge sterling silver crested dinner plates, Daniel Smith & Robert Sharp, London 1784, with partial mark for Richard Carter above full marks for Daniel Smith and Robert Sharp, 24.5 cm diameter, silver weight 4090 gms. Note: The…

A sterling silver George III coffee pot by Daniel Smith &…

George III Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, London 1770

A sterling silver George III coffee pot by Daniel Smith & Robert sharp, London 1770, of baluster form, with gadrooned borders, hinged lid with spiral finial and rattan-covered handle. Scarce in this condition. Height: 26 cm. Weight: 705.00 grams.

George III sterling silver coffee pot, mark of Daniel Smith &…

Georgian Sterling Silver Coffee Pot

George III sterling silver coffee pot, mark of Daniel Smith & Robert sharp, London, 1764, of plain baluster form. The domed cover with gadroon border and twisted cone finial, wooden scroll handle, on a circular stepped foot with gadroon border, hallmarked…

A George III sterling silver dinner plate, Robert Sharp, London…

George III Sterling Silver Dinner Plate, London 1799

A George III sterling silver dinner plate, Robert Sharp, London 1799 of lobed circular form with a gadrooned edge 30 cm diameter, 1105gms

Good George III sterling silver coffee pot, hallmarked, London,…

George III Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, 1762

Good George III sterling silver coffee pot, hallmarked, London, 1762, Daniel Smith and Robert sharp, of pear form, with domed cover and spiraled finial, flanked by s-scroll handle and shell capped spout, on a stepped spreading circular foot, engraved…

Fine pair of George III sterling silver sauce tureens,…

George III Silver Sauce Tureens, London 1784

Fine pair of George III sterling silver sauce tureens, neo-classical design of double handled urn shape, fluted detachable lids, beaded rims and oval bases, 25 cm width, London 1784, makers, Daniel Smith & Robert Sharp, Ref, Jackson's page 223

A set of eight George III sterling silver plates by Daniel…

Set of 8 George III Silver Plates with Crests

A set of eight George III sterling silver plates by Daniel Smith & Robert Sharp, London 1784 scalloped edges with gadroon detail to rim and bearing two engraved armorial crests 4090gms total weight of silver, 24.4 cm diameter

A George III silver waiter, engraved with the arms of Grainger,…

George III Silver Waiter with Grainger Family Arms

A George III silver waiter, engraved with the arms of Grainger, co. Waterford, Ireland and Liege, Belgium. Bead rimmed, raised on three feet. London 1785 by Daniel Smith & Robert Sharp, diameter 20.5 cm, 410gm.

A Georgian sterling silver salver, 1788 London, with maker's…

Georgian Sterling Silver Salver, 1788 London, Daniel Smith & Robert Sharp

A Georgian sterling silver salver, 1788 London, with maker's mark for Daniel Smith & Robert Sharp, the circular boat raised on three threaded lug legs and with a beaded rim, hallmarked underside, silver weight: 330gr height 3 cm, diameter 20.5 cm

Antique George III matched hallmarked sterling silver oblong…

George III Sterling Silver Teapot & Stand, 1797/1791

Antique George III matched hallmarked sterling silver oblong bright cut teapot and stand the teapot by Robert Sharp, London 1797, the stand by Henry Chawner, London 1791 both engraved with the same script initials 'BRG', 700 grams (2)

A pair of Victorian sterling silver table spoons, Robert Sharp,…

Victorian Sterling Silver Table Spoons by Robert Sharp, London

A pair of Victorian sterling silver table spoons, Robert Sharp, London, 1858, Wt 100 grams

George III silver soup plate, mark of Robert Sharp, London,…

George III Silver Soup Plate with Coat of Arms

George III silver soup plate, mark of Robert Sharp, London, 1788, with a gadroon border, engraved with English bright cut coat of arms and a great blue heron eating a snake, hallmarked, approx. Weight 799 grams diameter 28 cm. Provenance: The Estate of…

A George III sterling silver lidded bright cut milk jug with…

George III Silver Milk Jug with Engraved Coat of Arms

A George III sterling silver lidded bright cut milk jug with finely engraved coat of arms, crest, initials and motto, and pineapple finial by Robert Sharp, London, circa 1780, 14.5 cm high, 385 grams

A magnificent George II sterling silver tea urn by Daniel Smith…

George II Sterling Silver Tea Urn, London 1763

A magnificent George II sterling silver tea urn by Daniel Smith & Robert Sharpe, London, 1763, two handled baluster shape, the detachable lid with floral finial, spiral fluted body decorated with florals, rococco scrolls and engraved cartouche, the spout…

A George III pair of sterling silver oval two handled tureens…

George III Silver Tureens with Crests and Palm Terminals

A George III pair of sterling silver oval two handled tureens by Daniel Smith & Robert Sharp, London 1780, with veloute and ball feet, palm leaf terminals and engraved contemporary crests. 22.5 x 11 cm, 10 cm high, 915 grams

A rare George III silver spirit kettle on stand, plain tapered…

George III Silver Spirit Kettle on Stand, 1793

A rare George III silver spirit kettle on stand, plain tapered oval form, the mildly concave oval fitted lid with ivory finial, the overhead handle with cane binding, some distress, the four-way concave platform stand with shaped legs and lug supports,…

Georgian sterling silver oval teapot 1785 London 428 grams.…

Georgian Sterling Silver Teapot, London 1785, 428g

Georgian sterling silver oval teapot 1785 London 428 grams. Maker DS & RS (Dave Smith & Robert Sharp)

George III hallmarked sterling silver circular tray. London…

1810 Sterling Silver Tray with Monogram and Trifooted Base

George III hallmarked sterling silver circular tray. London 1810, maker Robert Sharp. Trifooted. Monogrammed. Width 204 cm. Diameter 14 cm

A pair of George III silver sauce boats, Daniel Smith & Robert…

George III Silver Sauce Boats (1762)

A pair of George III silver sauce boats, Daniel Smith & Robert Sharp, London 1762 of oval form with gadrooned rim, feather capped loop handle, on shell pad feet, the bases scratch engraved 'I.B', both with dent to one side, length 19.5 cm, weight 23oz,…

Daniel Smith and Robert Sharp, London 1764 George III sterling…

1764 Sterling Silver Coffee Pot with Elaborate Decoration

Daniel Smith and Robert Sharp, London 1764 George III sterling silver coffee pot baluster form, the hinged dome cover with urn finial, the body profusely decorated with scrolls and flowers, elaborate foliate cartouche with engraved crest on the other side…