Outstanding English
Sterling flatware service in fitted chest
The Edward Viner
Silver Factory
The origins of the Viner’s silver factory in Sheffield date back
to 1908. Emile Viner, together with his brother Adolf, managed Viners Ltd (the
spelling became established in the following years), one of the largest
manufacturers of cutlery and silverware in England. However, the company did
not limit itself to the manufacture of silverware, but also produced objects in
pewter. Initially based in Broomhall Street, Sheffield, larger premises were
soon required and production was moved to Bath Street in 1912. The company’s
success also derived from its adaptability: during the First World War, for
example, Viners Ltd produced mainly helmets and other war-related material, and
production of silver was somewhat reduced. As Jewish immigrants, Adolf and
Emile changed their name from Viener to Viner in November 1925. In 1930, George
V granted the silver factory the privilege of being a supplier and silversmith
to the English court.
In 1932 there was a generational change in management and the silver hallmark
of Viners Ltd was registered for the son and nephew Edward Viner. In 1957,
Gerald Benney, one of the most important British designers of the post-war
period, was appointed head of the design department.
Monumental Kings by Emile Viner, Sheffield England 1956, flatware set - 185
pieces. This service includes:
12 Dinner Size Knives, 9 ½”
12 Dinner Size Forks, 8 ¼”, heavy 3
ozt each
12 Regular Knives, 8 ½”
12 Regular Forks, 7 ¼”
12 Pastry Forks, 5 ½”
12 Small Teaspoons, 5 ¼”
12 Place Soup Spoons, 7 ¼”
12 Demitasse Spoons, 4 ½”
12 Fish Forks, hollow handle
all-sterling, 7 ½”
12 Fish Knives, hollow handle
all-sterling, 8 ¾”
12 Gumbo Soup Spoons, 8 1/8”, heavy
3.4 ozt each
12 Fruit Forks, hollow handle
w/stainless, 6 1/8”
12 Fruit Knives, hollow handle
w/stainless, 7 1/8”
12 Grapefruit Spoons, 5 3/8”
6 Serving Spoons, 9”
1 Salad Set, all-sterling, 8 ¾”
2 Pie Servers, all-sterling, 10 ½”
1 Roast Carving Set, 3-pc, 13”, 10 ¾”,
& 12”
1 Fish Serving Set, 11 ½” & 9”
2 Soup Ladles, 11 ¾”
Includes original
large table style fitted storage chest on legs with drawers, as shown.
Excellent condition,
with no monograms. This set will be lightly professionally polished and sealed
in individual plastic sleeves prior to shipping. Fabulous!
100% Satisfaction guaranteed!
Offered as a set only, pieces not sold
individually.
