If you are on the hunt for decor items that pair sophistication with functionality – for special occasions and everyday use  – then antique silverware needs to feature somewhere in your home. Seamlessly blending the past with the present, and spanning centuries, generations and continents, every piece tells a story of craftsmanship, elegance and household entertaining. 

 

The world of antique silverware encompasses a range of collectable treasures including cutlery sets, food domes, tea sets, trays, and napkin rings; making them the simplest and perfect starting point for transforming your living spaces and adding a touch of nostalgic opulence to your daily life.

If our great-grandparents used silver pieces every day, there’s no reason why we shouldn’t follow in their esteemed footsteps.

The art of dining  | Cutlery sets

Elevating your dining experience with antique silver cutlery sets embodies the perfect fusion of form and function. Crafted with precision and adorned with intricate designs, these sets are more than just eating utensils; they are works of art that add a sense of luxury to your tablescaping and every meal shared. Each fork, knife and spoon reflects the meticulous detailing of skilled artisans, boasting intricate patterning that stands as a testament to a rich cultural heritage. 

Silver cutlery sets not only scale your dining experience but also serve as conversation starters, allowing you to share the stories behind each piece with your guests.

From classic designs to contemporary options, you can explore our diverse designs of antique silver cutlery and flatware that seamlessly complement any style of dining. And incomplete sets can easily be mixed and matched for a personalised and bespoke dining experience. 

Culinary drama | Food domes

Unveiling your culinary masterpieces beneath the gleam of an antique silver food dome – also known as a cloche – is the ultimate spoil for dinner guests. These domes not only preserve the freshness, warmth and aroma of your prepared meal but also serve as beautiful centrepieces for your dinner table, turning an ordinary dining moment into an extraordinary one. 

Silver food domes are exquisite serving pieces, adding a striking patina to your tablescaping vignette. And when not in use, they become stunning display items on a sideboard or console table. 

Time for a tea | Silver tea sets

Rediscover the romance and charm of afternoon tea (and a turn around the parlour) with silver tea sets. From delicately designed teapots, milk jugs or creamers and sugar bowls to cups and saucers, each piece is a nod to the ancient craftsmanship that went into creating these practical daily sets that embrace slow living. 

The ritual of pouring tea (or coffee) from a silver pot – savouring not just the taste but the visual poetry of the moment – is reason enough to invest in an antique silver set. 

A symphony of serving style | Silver trays

Transform your mealtime serving rituals with silver trays that blend form and function with practicality and sophistication. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet evening, these trays – with ornate handles and intricate engravings –  add a touch of glamour to every occasion. From ornate designs to sleek, modern styles, antique silver trays are versatile accents that elevate the aesthetic of any space.

Whether you use them for serving refreshments or as decorative centrepieces, reflective antique silver trays transform the aesthetics of any room; from kitchen islands and coffee tables to dining room tables, dressing tables and bathroom vanities. Or go off script by hanging them as pieces of art.

Personalised elegance | Antique silver napkin rings

In some shape or form, serviette rings are always in vogue. But it’s antique silver napkin rings that really enhance your table setting with subtle sophistication. Guests will always compliment you when they find a silver napkin ring at their place setting. Besides floral arrangements – which work perfectly in a silver teapot – silver serviette rings are a personal touch and a special welcome to the table. 

The humble beginnings of the silver napkin ring were purely utilitarian. In days gone by, folk would use the same cotton or linen napkin at every meal throughout the day. Personal monogrammed napkin rings were used to keep an individual’s napkin separate from others, ready for use at the next meal. 

Crafted with precision and adorned with intricate patterns or monograms, antique silver napkin rings are the ultimate little decor element for your next dinner party. 

Antique silver pieces are always desirable collectables and presuppose a legacy and family stories that have been passed down through generations and celebrate the past craftsmanship and traditions of artisans. 

Infuse your spaces with timeless touches that transcend trends by shopping The Crown Collection’s shining array of handpicked antique silverware, either online or in-studio at 20 Ballyclare Drive, Bryanston.