Antique BARBOUR SILVER CO. Quadruple Plate Art Nouveau Floral Basket Dish #32

Description

View Antique BARBOUR SILVER CO. Quadruple Plate Art Nouveau Floral Basket Dish #32 with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The bottom is fully hallmarked with the early independent maker's stamp: "BARBOUR SILVER CO. / QUADRUPLE PLATE / 32" . Composition: Silverplate (Quadruple Plate). Manufacturer: Barbour Silver Co. (Hartford, CT). Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic late-Victorian / early Art Nouveau silver-plated footed table basket or celery boat crafted by the prestigious **Barbour Silver Company** (Hartford, Connecticut). Dating from **circa 1892–1898**, this piece features gorgeous, high-relief repousse detailing along the rim, showcasing dimensional blooming roses, chrysanthemums, and cascading floral vines. The dish sits on four ornate floral-wrapped feet and features a decorative, beaded swing handle. The bottom is fully hallmarked with the early independent maker's stamp: **"BARBOUR SILVER CO. / QUADRUPLE PLATE / 32"**. The low pattern number "32" indicates this was one of the company's early premium Art Nouveau floral designs. The piece features a deep, authentic antique tarnish and rich iridescent patina that beautifully highlights the intricate crevices of the floral patterns. It can be left as-is for collectors who love historical character, or polished to a bright, brilliant mirror shine. --- ## 📐 Item Specifics & Measurements * **Manufacturer:** Barbour Silver Co. (Hartford, CT) * **Era / Style:** Late Victorian / Art Nouveau (c. 1890s) * **Composition:** Silverplate (Quadruple Plate) * **Length:** 9 inches * **Pattern Number:** 32 * **Features:** beaded handle, footed base, repousse floral relief work --- ## 🔍 Condition Report * **Overall Condition:** Very Good antique condition given its 130+ year age. * **Structure:** Sound and sturdy. The footed base sits level, no structural breaks or major dents. * **Surface/Finish:** Heavily tarnished with an authentic dark rainbow/purple patina. There are light surface marks, minor scuffs, and signs of age-appropriate wear as expected with antique silverplate. No major plating loss or base-metal exposure visible. --- ## 📦 Shipping & Handling * **Packaging:** Will be carefully wrapped in bubble wrap and securely packed to ensure it arrives safely. * **Handling Time:** Ships within 1–2 business days of cleared payment. * **Shipping Methods:** Tracked USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail options available at checkout. Category: Antiques › Silver › Silverplate › Other Antique Silverplate.

Type

Plate

Composition

Silverplate

Style

Art Nouveau