{"product_id":"victorian-silver-plated-calling-card-tray-william-hutton-sons","title":"Victorian Silver Plated Calling Card Tray William Hutton \u0026 Sons","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAntique Victorian Silver-Plated Calling Card Tray by William Hutton \u0026amp; Sons – Circa 1890–1910\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA beautifully decorative late Victorian to early Edwardian silver-plated calling card tray, or miniature salver, attributed to the renowned British silversmiths \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWilliam Hutton \u0026amp; Sons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, dating to circa 1890–1910.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis charming little tray features an exquisitely engraved surface, with intricate floral garlands, delicate scrolling foliage and repeating geometric motifs arranged in an elegant, symmetrical design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe beautifully detailed engraving is framed by an ornamental border of circular rosettes and decorative scrollwork, while the raised outer rim is finished with a classical beaded edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStanding on delightful little decorative feet, this miniature salver is a wonderful example of the craftsmanship and attention to detail associated with quality Victorian silver plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWilliam Hutton \u0026amp; Sons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e was a highly respected British manufacturer of silver and silver-plated wares, established in 1800 and subsequently based in Sheffield, one of England’s most important centres of silver production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe underside bears the manufacturer’s initials \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWH \u0026amp; S\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, alongside additional trade marks and the words \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHARD SOLDERED\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, referring to the method of construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eOriginally intended for presenting visiting cards in a Victorian drawing room, these little trays were an essential part of the social etiquette of the period. Visitors would leave their calling cards to announce their arrival or record a visit, with cards often presented to the lady of the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eToday, this delightful little salver would make a beautiful decorative addition to a dressing table, hallway console or occasional table. Perfect for displaying jewellery, holding treasured trinkets or simply enjoyed as a charming piece of Victorian social history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA wonderful example of how even the smallest everyday objects were once made with extraordinary attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaker:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Attributed to William Hutton \u0026amp; Sons, Sheffield\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Late Victorian \/ early Edwardian\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Circa 1890–1910\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e England\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Silver plate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Ornately engraved floral decoration with beaded rim\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Raised decorative feet\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e WH \u0026amp; S and HARD SOLDERED, with additional manufacturer’s marks\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal purpose:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Calling card tray \/ miniature salver\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Good antique condition with surface marks, light scratches and wear commensurate with age. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eMeasures: 20cm diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ePlease note the decanter is listed separately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeritage House – History in Your Home\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage House Cotswolds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60019873907013,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1077\/2139\/2453\/files\/IMG_39972.jpg?v=1793526843","url":"https:\/\/heritagehousecotswolds.com\/products\/victorian-silver-plated-calling-card-tray-william-hutton-sons","provider":"Heritage House Cotswolds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}