1852 Victorian Sterling Silver Mug with Gilt Interior | George Angell, London | Engraved Floral Decoration

1852 Victorian Sterling Silver Mug with Gilt Interior | George Angell, London | Engraved Floral Decoration

Elegant architectural lines soften into a gracefully flared, scalloped base.

Made in London in 1852 by George Angell, this Victorian sterling silver mug combines a tall faceted body with an undulating rim and a distinctive spreading base. Gothic Revival-inspired arch borders sit alongside Rococo Revival foliage and a generous C-scroll handle, reflecting the eclectic character of Victorian decorative design.

Vertical divisions give the body a clear rhythm, with each panel engraved with symmetrical flowers and curling leaves. Fine parallel lines fill the floral motifs, contrasting with the polished silver and revealing delicate changes in texture as the light moves across the surface.

The broad scalloped base is a particularly striking feature. Its curved sections spread out like the hem of a flowing skirt, outlined by raised borders and joined by small foliate details. The shape echoes the rim above, balancing the upright body with a softer, expansive outline.

The substantial scroll handle is decorated with flowing leaves and curled terminals. One cartouche retains an engraved monogram, preserving a personal connection to a former owner.

Inside, warm gilding contrasts beautifully with the silver exterior and highlights the faceted construction. Approximately 13cm high, with a capacity of around 700ml when filled to the brim, the mug has a generous presence.

A complete set of London hallmarks is struck to the underside, recording its sterling silver standard, assay office, date and maker.

Details

• Maker: George Angell
• Date: 1852
• Origin: London, England
• Material: Sterling silver with a gilt interior
• Hallmarks: Lion passant, London leopard’s head, Gothic capital “R” date letter for 1852, Queen Victoria duty mark and “GA” maker’s mark
• Style: Victorian eclectic design, combining Gothic Revival-inspired arch borders with Rococo Revival foliage
• Form: Handled silver mug
• Decoration: Faceted body, engraved floral scrollwork, shaped arch borders and a flared scalloped base
• Engravings: Original owner’s monogram to the body, with additional old hand-scratched inscriptions to the underside
• Height: Approximately 13cm
• Rim diameter: Approximately 9cm
• Brimful capacity: Approximately 700ml
• Weight: Approximately 268g
• Condition: Good antique condition, with clear engraved decoration and bright interior gilding. The silver surface and underside retain natural wear consistent with age. Please refer to the photographs for details

Carefully packed and dispatched from London, United Kingdom.

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Timeless beauty, quietly told.