{"product_id":"victorian-silverplate-biscuit-barrel-with-crane-engraving-c-1890","title":"Victorian Silverplate Biscuit Barrel with Crane Engraving c.1890","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"238\"\u003eVictorian silverplate biscuit barrel (biscuit box), late 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eCylindrical form with swing handle and hinged half lid, standing on scroll feet. Finely engraved with a crane in marshland among reeds and insects — a slightly Japonisme decorative influence that sets it apart from standard floral examples. Gilded interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eA functional and decorative piece for the table or sideboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"578\"\u003eGood antique condition. General plate wear, light rubbing and minor surface marks consistent with age and use. No major dents. Interior gilding worn but present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"855\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eHeight: approx. 20 cm (to top of handle)\u003cbr data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"801\"\u003eDiameter: approx. 15–16 cm (base estimate from photos)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"890\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"869\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"872\"\u003eSilverplate (EPNS)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eLate Victorian, c.1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"938\"\u003eOriginally used for serving biscuits at the tea table. Also works well as a small planter or decorative storage piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northam Secondhand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53082737213740,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/6420\/5356\/files\/IMG_6186.jpg?v=1776857144","url":"https:\/\/www.northamsecondhand.com.au\/products\/victorian-silverplate-biscuit-barrel-with-crane-engraving-c-1890","provider":"Northam Secondhand","version":"1.0","type":"link"}