Antique Cut Crystal and Silverplate Oval Biscuit Box

Long before the advent of the more whimsical American cookie jar, households in Great Britain boated the indispensable, if not more sedate, Biscuit Barrel. Elegantly poised within its own fine silver stand, this Antique Cut Crystal and Silverplate Biscuit Box is a most special market find. Found in the north of England not far from its Sheffield origins, the gently curving facet-cut oval container shimmers at every turn, promising to highlight the sweet contents found within.

Featuring a boldly executed grand motif of interlocking rings which create a stunning border surrounding the lower perimeter of the magnificent stand, the rotund geometric shape has been cleverly tempered to create lovely, yet useful finial handles atop the box’s gleaming lid and shapely carry handle. A quick swivel of the handle to either side allows quick access to the shimmering vessel’s delectable contents. With its elaborate silverplated base securing the removable glass container and bun feet elevating in both height and style, the piece can most confidently be called into service as an ice bucket without concern for condensation on your tabletop or bar cart.

Produced by the esteemed silversmiths at James Dixon & Sons, we are quite taken with this remarkable biscuit box as one of the prettiest we have ever seen. Full of antique style and elegance, it promises to be the perfect place to safe-keep your “biscuits” (or ice!) in a truly posh fashion. 

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Strictly one-of-a-kind and subject to prior sale. In very good antique condition with only discreet signs of age and use as shown in the alternate images. 8″H (10″ with handle extended) x 7.5″W.