Sugar found its way to Europe by the tenth century and was one of the world’s most expensive condiments. It came in several forms: crystal, loaf, and highly refined powder. […]
Paul de Lamerie, British, born The Netherlands, 1688-1751; active 1712-1751
Tea Canister
Pair of Footed Salvers
Snuffer Tray
Snuff is the charred portion of a candlewick. A snuffer is an instrument resembling a pair of shears that is used for cutting the snuff from or for extinguishing candles. […]
Sauceboat
What does the date 1742/43 mean? Since around the year 1300, each piece of English silver has been stamped with a series of marks indicating the quality of its metal. […]