Art Deco hammered silverplate tea set, Sampson Mordan & Co Ltd, 19th

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Art Deco four-piece tea service in hammered silverplate, comprising a teapot, milk jug, sugar bowl, and matching circular tray. This visually dynamic ensemble showcases the distinctive aesthetic of the late 19th century, with its clean lines, symmetrical forms, and shimmering hammered surface, reflecting the craftsmanship and modernist elegance of the period.

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Reference: AE2547/01

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Height	12 cm
Diameter	40,7 cm
Silversmith	Sampson Mordan & Co LTD, 19th
Materials	Silver-plated
Condition	Good
Made in	United Kingdom

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Inspired by the work of Archibald Knox, a key figure in British design and collaborator of Christopher Dresser, this tea set reflects the Celtic-inspired aesthetic made famous by Liberty and Co. Its formal language combines simplicity of form, balanced proportions, and understated ornamentation.

Each piece is marked "SAMPSON MORDAN & CO LTD / EPNS", the signature of the renowned London firm founded by Sampson Mordan, inventor of the propelling pencil. Known for its precision-engineered objects and luxury silverware, the company operated from its City Road factory with prestigious showrooms on Regent Street and Beak Street.

The teapot features a compact, rounded form with a black handle and finial, echoing the soft curves of the sugar bowl and milk jug. All pieces are presented on a matching circular tray. A rare and elegant set that embodies British craftsmanship at the crossroads of technical innovation and decorative refinement.