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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... demand for silver, and the Smiths were able to meet this demand by producing a wide range of silver objects, including tableware, tea sets, coffee sets, candlesticks, and centerpieces. The Smiths also produced a number of important ceremonial pieces, such as the silver trowel used to lay the foundation stone of the Houses of Parliament in 1834.

The Smith family business continued to thrive in the late 19th century, even in the face of increasing competition from foreign silversmiths. The Smiths were able to maintain their position at the forefront of the British silver industry by continuing to produce high-quality silver in a variety of styles. The family business also benefited from the support of a number of royal patrons, including Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.

The Smith family of silversmiths played a significant role in the development of British silver in the 19th century. Their work is still admired and collected today for its beauty, craftsmanship, and historical importance.

Notable members of the Smith family of silversmiths

•   George Smith Sr. (1769-1845) - Founder of the family business and one of the most renowned silversmiths of the 19th century.

•   George Smith Jr. (1793-1866) - Joined the family business in 1820 and worked alongside his father to create some of the most beautiful and iconic silver pieces of the 19th century.

•   William Henry Smith (1825-1891) - Son of George Smith Jr. and a successful silversmith in his own right. He was also a Member of Parliament and served as First Lord of the Admiralty from 1877 to 1880.

•   Edward William Smith (1856-1933) - Son of William Henry Smith and a talented silversmith who continued the family tradition of producing high-quality silver in a variety of styles.

Examples of the Smith family's work

•   The silver trowel used to lay the foundation stone of the Houses of Parliament in 1834.

•   The silver cradle used for the christening of Prince Arthur, the son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, in 1850.

•   The silver centerpiece commissioned by the City of London to commemorate the visit of Napoleon III in 1855.

•   The silver tea set presented to Queen Victoria on her Diamond Jubilee in 1897.

The Smith family's work is on display in museums and private collections around the world. The Victoria and Albert Museum in London has a particularly fine collection of Smith silver, including a number of pieces that were commissioned by the British royal family. less...

Stephen Smith and William Nicholson Victorian silver teapot,…
1848 London Victorian Silver Teapot by Smith & Nicholson

Stephen Smith and William Nicholson Victorian silver teapot, hallmarked 1848 London lovely old pot in a bulbous form. One cartouche vacant, the other with a family seal. 5.91 in. x 9.06 in. x 5.51 in. Weight: 660 grams

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Pair of Victorian sterling silver salt cellars, mark of S Smith…
Victorian Sterling Silver Salt Cellars, London 1872

Pair of Victorian sterling silver salt cellars, mark of S Smith & Son (Stephen Smith), London, 1872, total weight 94 grams

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Set of six Victorian sterling silver spoons, hallmarked, London,…
Victorian Sterling Silver Spoons Set

Set of six Victorian sterling silver spoons, hallmarked, London, 1877, S.S (Stephen Smith), with tapering handles, total weight 404gm, length 9.06 in. (6)

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Unusual Victorian sterling silver cruet set, including mustard…
Victorian Sterling Silver Cruet Set with Blue Glass Inserts

Unusual Victorian sterling silver cruet set, including mustard spoon & four salts on lion with ball feet blue glass insert and floral scriptwork to the midsection. Hallmarked London 1872 by S Smith & Son (Stephen Smith). Weight 377g

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Eight sterling silver cruets, 19th century, comprising three…
19th Century Sterling Silver Cruet Set

Eight sterling silver cruets, 19th century, comprising three barrel shaped pepperettes. Maker's marks for Maurice Freeman, Chester, circa 1899 and H J Lias and Son, London, circa 1874., a pair of salt cellars, each with a parcel gilt interior, shell capped

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A Victorian sterling silver waiter, Stephen Smith and William…
Victorian Sterling Silver Waiter with Neoclassical Design

A Victorian sterling silver waiter, Stephen Smith and William Nicholson / London / circa 1864, circular in form with an elaborately embossed border, neoclassical in design. The centre decorated with a crest within a floriate border., approximately 789 gms

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A cased Victorian sterling silver claret jug, 1863 London, with…
Victorian Sterling Silver Claret Jug with Fruit Motifs

A cased Victorian sterling silver claret jug, 1863 London, with maker's mark for Stephen Smith & William Nicholson, ewer shaped with repousse and chased medallions of fruit and floral motifs, between floral pendants, a stippled grape vine handle with appli

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A Victorian sterling silver and cut crystal comport London,…
Victorian Silver and Crystal Comport

A Victorian sterling silver and cut crystal comport London, 1862 by Stephen Smith and William Nicholson. The base depicting a putti holding a goat by a tree, supporting a cut crystal dish surmounted by a silver mounted cut crystal trumpet. Height 16.14 in.

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A superb Victorian Cellini pattern sterling silver ewer, 1874…
Victorian Sterling Silver Cellini Ewer, 1874

A superb Victorian Cellini pattern sterling silver ewer, 1874 London, with maker's mark for Stephen Smith, in the sixteenth century manner after Benvenuto Cellini, with richly decorated borders of masks, antelope, demi-figures and flora, with a caryatid ha

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An interesting Victorian silver tea pot by Stephen Smith,…
Victorian Oak Leaf Tea Pot by Stephen Smith

An interesting Victorian silver tea pot by Stephen Smith, London 1873, finely chased and embossed with oak leaf design on an oak bark textured ground, with branch finial, 469 grams, 8.46 in. wide

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A cased Victorian sterling silver gilt claret jug and goblets,…
Victorian Sterling Silver Claret Jug and Goblets Set

A cased Victorian sterling silver gilt claret jug and goblets, 1868 London, with maker's marks for Stephen Smith, a jug with a waisted base and high loop handles and a goblet pair exquisitely engraved with fern fronds, a presentation piece to Surgeon Major

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A Victorian sterling silver two handled cup 1850 London, by…
Victorian Sterling Silver Challenge Cup, Engraved with Winners

A Victorian sterling silver two handled cup 1850 London, by Stephen Smith & William Nicholson with later engraving: 'Challenge cup, Presented by Sir Andrew Scoble, M.P. 1896', verso engraved: 'Won by Cyclists Dingley 1896, Sergt. Jarvis 1897, Corp. Pitts 1

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A Victorian sterling silver and gilt ewer, the 'Squatter's cup',…
Victorian Sterling Silver Ewer with Neoclassical Border

A Victorian sterling silver and gilt ewer, the 'Squatter's cup', 1861 London, with maker's marks for Stephen Smith and William Nicholson, the tall ewer with an applied neoclassical border of vines, cornucopia, masks and animals, the lid with a coiled snake

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Sterling silver shell shaped condiment set comprising of 2 salt…
Shell Condiment Set with Lion Lid, London 1870

Sterling silver shell shaped condiment set comprising of 2 salt cellars together with a lidded mustard pot all with three shell feet,and a lion figure to the lid of the mustard pot, hallmarked London 1870, maker Stephen Smith, 608 grams approx

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Edward VII silver Cellini pattern jug and sugar bowl, maker…
Edward VII Cellini Silver Jug and Sugar Bowl Set

Edward VII silver Cellini pattern jug and sugar bowl, maker Stephen Smith London 1903. 292 sugar bowl. 57.09 in. .

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A Victorian sterling silver Cellini pattern wine ewer, by…
Victorian Sterling Silver Wine Ewer with Repousse Decoration

A Victorian sterling silver Cellini pattern wine ewer, by Stephen Smith, London 1870. The ewer is decorated with portrait masks, animals, leaves and berries repousse work, with figural maiden handle, with later engraving 'Presented By the Committee South C

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A substantial sterling silver cricket presentation epergne…
Sterling Silver Cricket Epergne with Glass Cups and Platter

A substantial sterling silver cricket presentation epergne Stephen Smith, London, circa 1873 supporting five etched glass cups and central etched glass platter, the base inscribed Presented to / M.A.Troughton.E.s.q. / 26th August, 1874 / by the / Right Hon

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Victorian silver cake stands. Maker: Stephen Smith, 1869, each…
Victorian Silver Cake Stands by Stephen Smith, 1869

Victorian silver cake stands. Maker: Stephen Smith, 1869, each is circular with a brightly cut border on a circular base. 4.72 in. high, 9.06 in. wide, 1794 gm

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A Victorian silver small waiter, shaped circular with foliate…
Victorian Silver Waiter with Presentation Engraving and Crest

A Victorian silver small waiter, shaped circular with foliate border; presentation engraved and with crest and motto; Stephen Smith, London 1878; retailer: Goldsmiths' Alliance, Cornhill. Diameter 8.27 in. Wt approx 370g.

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Early Victorian hallmarked sterling silver milk jug. London…
Antique Silver Milk Jug, London 1830s

Early Victorian hallmarked sterling silver milk jug. London 1830s; makers possibly Stephen Smith & Wm Nicholson (marks rubbed). Dents. Height 5.12 in. Weight 120g

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