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# Hammer & Hand Antiques

Specialising in Arts & Crafts and Art Nouveau metalwork

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- [Home](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/) - Hammer and Hand Antiques Arts & Crafts and Art Nouveau A website launched in 2019 with the aim of finding and selling fantastic objects made by some of the best makers from the Arts & Crafts and Art Nouveau movements. Specialising in finding rare pieces and giving them back their full history and provenance. View
- [Item 335](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-335/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle brooch Description A silver plate on copper brooch set with Ruskin Pottery roundel made by Norman and Ernest Spittle in 1902. I am pretty sure this brooch is silver plate on copper. The brooch is marked with “Guild Button N&ES” and “Registered No 388979”. The “Guild Buttons”
- [Item 453](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-453/) - Back to stock page Newton School of Metal Work brass dish Description A brass dish with repousse griffin decoration made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1900. I am constantly amazed by the variation in the metalwork made by the Newton Class. The repousse griffin pattern for this particular piece appears in the
- [Item 405](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-405/) - Back to stock page Newton School brass peacock dish Description A small brass dish made by the Newton School of Metal Workers, circa 1900. This particular design appears in the Newton School design archive . The designer is unknown although it is most likely John Williams who produced many designs featuring peacocks. The dish has
- [Item 341](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-341/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell brass plate warmer Description A brass plate warmer designed by Gordon Russell, circa 1925. This is quite an unusual piece and I am currently researching it further with the Gordon Russell Museum. It is a brass plate warmer with pierced and chased decoration to the front and a riveted
- [Item 124](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-124/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell Lygon copper bowl Description A copper bowl made by Gordon Russell circa 1920 as part of the “Lygon” metalware range. The hand planished bowl has a simple chased decoration to the edge and the inside of the bowl. The bowl is stamped to the base “Lygon” and “R&S” for
- [Item 129](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-129/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell brass bowl Description A rather special brass bowl with cast legs designed by Gordon Russell in 1924. The bowl has a simple decoration to the rim and three cast scrolled feet which are riveted to body. The restrained design is typical of Gordon Russell and this is certainly the
- [Item 427](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-427/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle brass charger Description A brass charger with repousse serpents head designed and made by Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1900.This particular design appears in an archive of designs by the Spittle brothers held by the Frome Museum and is a great example of the early designs by
- [Item 290](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-290/) - Back to stock page Alfred Hughes copper candlestick Description A copper candlestick made by master craftsman, Alfred Hughes, circa 1905.Probably one of my favourite candlesticks ever. This candlestick has a bit of everything going on. The hand planishing is beautifully executed and the riveted construction is a joy. The overall size and proportion is just
- [Bernard Cuzner](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/bernard-cuzner/) - Bernard Cuzner Bernard Cuzner started out apprenticed to his father who was a watchmaker but within a few years decided to move on to Silversmithing. He took up evening classes at the Vittoria Street School for Jewellers and Silversmiths under the direction of Robert Catterson Smith. At the school, Cuzner would have met and been
- [Stock](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/stock/) - Current stock Search by maker A E Jones Bernard Cuzner Birmingham Guild of handicraft Faulkner Bronze Co Jesson, Birkett & Co Richard. Ll Rathbone Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild
- [Archive](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/archive/) - Archive Richard Llewellyn Rathbone inkwell William Thomas Pavitt candlesticks Gordon Russell gilding metal dish A E Jones silver spoon A E Jones copper and silver vase Artificers Guild bronze bowl Dryad Metal Work bronze rose bowl Bernard Moore bowl D.S.C.G. silver plated bowl Yattendon Class copper jug Francis Cargoes copper tray Artificers Guild punch bowl
- [Item 443](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-443/) - Back to stock page Agnes Bankier Harvey copper mirror Description An incredibly rare repousse copper mirror made by Glasgow Girl, Agnes Bankier Harvey. Agnes studied at the Glasgow School of Art from 1894 until 1899. She was a talented silversmith and studied at the London School of Silversmithing. Between 1904 and 1908 she taught silversmithing
- [Item 463](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-463/) - Back to stock page Richard Llewellyn Rathbone brass inkwell Description A brass inkwell made. by Rathbone & Co in 1904.The brass inkwell was designed by Richard Llewellyn Rathbone and made by his short lived firm, Rathbone & Co. The base is fully marked with the design number (682A), Rathbone & Co and 1904. This is a
- [Item 468](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-468/) - Back to stock page Williams family copper charger for Liberty & Co Description A copper charger with an interesting story to tell. Most likely designed and made by one of the Williams family and retailed through Liberty & Co, circa 1900.The centre of the charger has the ever popular design of a galleon in full
- [Item 444](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-444/) - Back to stock page James Smithies copper charger Description A copper charger by James Smithies of Wilmslow dating from around 1900.A very well worked copper charger with foliate decoration to the centre and a more interlacing Celtic design to the outer rim. Although this piece is unmarked there are numerous examples of marked pieces which
- [Item 385](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-385/) - Back to stock page Collins & Co large bronze door handle Description A cast bronze door handle made by the firm of Collins & Co or Dryad Metal Works, Leicester, circa 1905-1914. The door handle is a great example of the work of Collins & Co. The firm was started by William H. Pick who
- [Richard Llewellyn Rathbone](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/richard-llewellyn-rathbone/) - Richard Llewellyn Rathbone The image above shows Richard Llewellyn Rathbone’s workshop, circa 1898. Rathbone is one of my favourite designers and metalworkers. He was a relation of other well known Arts and Crafts figures including the distinguished metalworker, W.A.S Benson, and Harold Rathbone who ran Del Robbia Pottery. Rathbone set up his own workshop and taught
- [Norman and Ernest Spittle](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/norman-and-ernest-spittle/) - Norman and Ernest Spittle The early story of Norman and Ernest Spittle is still not very clear. In the 1891 census their father was described as a boot maker. The elder brother, Ernest, was 22 and jewellery factory manager. Norman was 16, a draughtsman and possibly apprenticed to an Art Metalworker. The brothers formed the
- [Item 442](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-442/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle brass coal bucket Description A brass and iron coal bucket made by the firm of Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1900.This particular design coal bucket is shown as design number 697 in the Spittle Brothers catalogue. The design number dates the design to 1897 when the firm
- [Item 432](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-432/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle fire tools Description An incredibly rare set of iron fire tools by Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1905.The fire tool set appears in an early catalogue by the Spittle brothers and the design number (570) suggests these were designed around 1897, probably by Norman Spittle.The tools are
- [Item 55](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-55/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell pin dishes Description Two pin dishes designed by Gordon Russell and made circa 1920. Both dishes have a hand planished finish and a repeating punched asterisk and crescent design. One dish is pewter and clearly marked with “R&S” and “Lygon”. The Lygon range was made by Russell and Sons,
- [Item 461](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-461/) - Back to stock page William Thomas Pavitt brass candlesticks Description A stunning pair of hammered brass candlesticks made by William Thomas Pavitt, circa 1903.Probably the best example of Arts and Crafts candlesticks I have been lucky enough to find. The candlesticks are beautifully proportioned and very simply constructed of a heavy gauge of brass. The
- [Artificers Guild](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/artificers-guild/) - Artificers' Guild The Artificers’ Guild was formed by Nelson Dawson and Edward Spencer in 1901. The Guild was inspired by the Arts & Crafts movement and was to be one of the longest lasting and most commercially successful ventures. Both men were able designers and highly skilled craftsmen who worked in many different metals. They
- [Faulkner Bronze Ltd](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/faulkner-bronze-ltd/) - Faulkner Bronze Co The Faulkner Bronze Company was formed in 1901 by the Directors, Fred. G. Faulkner, Thomas Birkett and Arthur. G. Jesson. They were listed as Art Metalworkers in September 1901 based in Tenby Street, Birmingham. Thomas Birkett was a former member of the Birmingham Guild of handicraft and he was joined at Faulkner Bronze
- [Item 379](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-379/) - Back to stock page Bernard Moore bowl with silver rim Description A flame with silver rim decoration made by the master potter, Bernard Moore, circa 1905. I don’t normally purchase ceramics but I always get excited when I see pieces by Bernard Moore with silver or copper rims. Bernard Moore was one of the original
- [News](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news/) - News Arts & Crafts Exhibition Society candlesticks by William. T. Pavitt A rare and important pair of candlesticks and more about the man behind their design.. Read more Clarion Guild of Handicraft bowl A very well made copper rose bowl with a fascinating story to tell.. Read more Antiques Trade Gazette article Hammer and Hand
- [News 23](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-23/) - Back to news page Arts & Crafts Exhibition Society candlesticks by W. T. Pavitt The recent discovery of a pair of brass candlesticks has prompted me to write a short article about another Arts and Crafts Movement designer and metalworker who has been largely forgotten over time.William Thomas Pavitt was born in Langley, Buckinghamshire in
- [Item 449](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-449/) - Back to stock page Birmingham Guild of Handicraft finger plates Description Two rare copper finger plates made by the Birmingham Guild of Handicraft, circa 1900.The two copper finger plates are slightly different in terms of their design and I believe these are quite rare examples probably designed by Arthur Stansfeld Dixon. They are both fully
- [Item 446](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-446/) - Back to stock page Birmingham Guild of Handicraft coffee pot Description A copper and brass coffee pot made by the Birmingham Guild of Handicraft, circa 1920.This rather handsome coffee pot by the Guild of Handicraft is an early design by Arthur Stansfeld Dixon. It is made of a slightly hammered flared copper body and domed
- [Birmingham Guild of Handicraft](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/birmingham-guild-of-handicraft/) - Birmingham Guild of Handicraft The Birmingham Guild of Handicraft was formed in 1890 and followed the Arts and Crafts principles of John Ruskin and William Morris. The Guilds motto was “By Hammer and Hand” which is very apt.The Guild grew from a fairly loose organisation into a limited company with it’s own independent workshop by
- [Item 424](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-424/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle fire dogs Description A set of iron and copper fire dogs made by Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1901. A lovely example of the types of fire dogs being designed by the firm of Norman and Ernest Spittle at this time. This design is pictured in their
- [Item 12](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-12/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated rose bowl Description A large silver plated rose bowl made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.The hand planished bowl has an ornate rim with an overlapping leaf pattern and is stamped to the base with the D.S.C.G. makers mark.The bowl is shown in the D.S.C.G.
- [Item 456](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-456/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle finger plates Description A set of four copper finger plates made by Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1906.A rare set of finger plates which can be firmly attributed to the firm of Norman & Ernest Spittle. This particular design appears in the Singer Archive at the Frome
- [Home Arts and Industries Association](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/home-arts-and-industries-association/) - Home Arts and Industries Association The Home Arts and Industries Association was a key part of the Arts and Crafts movement in Britain. It was formed in 1894 by the social reformer, Eglantyne Louisa Jebb, and it’s mission was to revive traditional crafts to help overcome poverty in rural areas. The association set up art studios
- [Item 458](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-458/) - Back to stock page Keswick School finger plates Description A near pair of finger plates made by the Keswick School of Industrial Art, circa 1897. The finger plates have the same floral design in repousse but there are very slight differences in the sizes and in the background hammering marks. Although both are marked correctly
- [Item 455](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-455/) - Back to stock page Liberty & Co Tudric peacock charger Description A Tudric pewter charger with central peacock design made for Liberty & Co, circa 1905.A really nice example of this small charger made for Liberty & Co as part of their Tudric pewter range. The charger has a simple central peacock in repousse and
- [Item 231](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-231/) - Back to stock page Francis Cargeeg Copper and brass oval tray Description A hand worked oval copper tray with signature brass swirls, made by Francis Cargeeg, circa 1940. Francis Cargeeg is known to have only made a handful of designs as he wanted to perfect his technique on a few items. This tray was made
- [Item 369](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-369/) - Back to stock page Dryad Metal Works bronze bowl Description A bronze bowl made by the Dryad Metal Works, circa 1920. A lovely example of the hand planished bronze wares made the Dryad Works in Leicester in the 1920’s. This particular design is illustrated in their 192o’s catalogue (No.247). This is my favourite design by
- [Item 300](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-300/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver spoon Description A small silver spoon made by A E Jones Ltd in 1906.This small spoon is beautifully made and in great condition. It is fully hallmarked for A E Jones, Birmingham, 1906. The spoon is very much in the early Arts and Crafts style with a
- [Item 429](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-429/) - Back to stock page A E Jones copper and silver vase Description A copper and silver vase made by A E Jones, circa 1910.This is a well documented design by Albert Edward Jones’s firm and I believe it dates to circa 1910-1920. It is pictured on page 18 of the book “A. Edward Jones, Master
- [Item 451](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-451/) - Back to stock page Yattendon Class tall copper vase Description A tall copper vase made by the Yattendon Class, circa 1900.This was a successful and popular design by Elizabeth Waterhouse for the Yattendon Class. The twin handled vase has a very stylised floral decoration in repousse. This particular design of vase was exhibited at the 1899
- [Item 450](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-450/) - Back to stock page Yattendon Class copper ewer Description A large copper ear made by the Yattendon Class, circa 1902.This is a stunning piece of work by the Yattendon Class with a very well executed pattern of honesty in repousse around the main body of the ewer. The large spout is riveted to the body
- [Item 452](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-452/) - Back to stock page Yattendon Class copper charger Description A copper charger by the Yattenddon Class, circa 1900.This is a fantastic example of a well documented copper charger designed by Elizabeth Waterhouse for the Yattendon Class around 1899. The charger has a repeating pattern of leopards in repousse with simple punched decoration to the edge
- [Item 256](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-256/) - Back to stock page Artificers' Guild copper punch bowl Description A large copper punch bowl attributed to the Artificers’ Guild and likely made around 1920. Although unmarked this punch bowl is almost certainly made by the Artificers Guild and, most likely, designed by Edward Spencer. The bowl has quite simple punched and chased decoration typical
- [Item 348](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-348/) - Back to stock page James Smithies fire screen Description A very nice small copper fire screen by James Smithies of Wilmslow, Cheshire, circa 1901. James Smithies was born in Lancashire in the 1860s and initially trained as decorative painter and blacksmith before setting up his own business specialising in beaten copper and repousse work. His
- [Item 144](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-144/) - Back to stock page Yattendon hot water jug Description A copper hot water jug with wooden handle made by the Yattendon Class from Berkshire, circa 1900. The hot water jug has lovely riveted details and a whiplash style copper handle. It also has a separate handle with a wooden holder to allow it to be
- [Item 291](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-291/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell Lygon pin dish Description A pin dish designed by Gordon Russell and made circa 1920. The dish has a hand planished finish and a very simple chased circle of dots to the centre. I believe the dish is made of gilding metal (a form of brass with a high
- [Item 421](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-421/) - Back to stock page Alexander Ritchie brass pen tray Description A small brass pen tray made by Alexander Ritchie, circa 1910.A very nicely made brass pen tray with repousse decoration which can only be attributed to the work of Alexander Ritchie of Iona. Many of the motifs in this design can be found in the
- [Item 195](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-195/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell copper chamberstick Description A copper chamberstick attributed to the Gordon Russell Workshops, circa 1925. The chamberstick is hand planished with a simple punched decoration. The loop handle has lovely detailing and is riveted back on the body. The chamberstick is unmarked but is the same basic design as Item
- [Item 139](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-139/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell Lygon copper bowl Description A copper bowl made by Gordon Russell circa 1920 as part of the “Lygon” metalware range.The hand planished bowl has a rope twist edge around the rim and three bun feet with rope twist decoration. The bowl is stamped to the base “Lygon”. Details Dimensions:
- [Item 11](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-11/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell Lygon copper bowl Description A copper bowl made by Gordon Russell circa 1920 as part of the “Lygon” metalware range.The hand planished bowl has a rope twist edge around the rim and three bun feet with rope twist decoration. The bowl is stamped to the base “Lygon”. Details Dimensions:
- [Item 438](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-438/) - Back to stock page Walter J. West silver plated hot water jug Description A silver plated hot water jug made by Walter James West, circa 1915. A beautifully designed and executed repousse silver plate on copper hot water jug by the Birmingham based metalworker, Walter West. West was trained at the Margaret Street School of
- [A E Jones](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/a-e-jones/) - A E Jones Albert Edward Jones (1878-1954) started his own business in 1902 after working for the well known ecclesiastical metalworkers, Hardman Powell. He took classes at the Birmingham School of Art around 1900 where he would have had contact with many well known figures in the Birmingham Arts & Crafts scene, Arthur Dixon and
- [Item 437](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-437/) - Back to stock page James Smithies copper charger Description A small copper charger with repousse galleon design attributed to James Smithies, circa 1905. One of the nicest small chargers I have seen in a long time. The central design is of a galleon in full sail and the edges of the charger have a repeating
- [Item 423](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-423/) - Back to stock page Newlyn Class copper inkwell Description A copper inkwell by the Newlyn Industrial Class, circa 1900.A nice example of an early inkwell made by the Newlyn. Industrial Class. The inkwell has a repeating repousse pattern of fish amongst weeds to the base.. The body of the inkwell is riveted to the base
- [Item 436](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-436/) - Back to stock page Clarion Guild of Handicraft (Liverpool Guild) rose bowl Description A copper rose bowl made by the Liverpool Guild, circa 1905. Raised from a single sheet of copper this is a beautifully made little rose bowl with simple repousse decoration and a shaped rim. The bowl is hand planished and has developed
- [Item 441](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-441/) - Back to stock page Spital & Clark pewtal hand mirror Description A hand mirror made of Pewtal by Spital & Clark, circa 1909.This particular design appears in the archive of J.W.Singer of Frome who merged with Spital & Clark in 1914. Their archive contains many early designs by Norman & Ernest Spittle which was renamed
- [Item 416](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-416/) - Back to stock page J & F Pool copper cigar box Description A copper cigar box made by J & F Pool, circa 1905. The box is cedar wood lined and copper clad with decorative riveted straps for hinges and an all over hand planished finish. This particular cigarette box appears in the J &
- [Item 226](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-226/) - Back to stock page J & F Pool copper door plates Description Two large copper door plates made by J & F Pool from Hayle in Cornwall around 1910. The work of J & F Pool is very distinctive thanks to their Art Nouveau Glasgow style motifs and their hammered finish. The beautiful heart design
- [News 22](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-22/) - Back to news page Clarion Guild of Handicraft (Liverpool Guild) rose bowl Over the Christmas period I have enjoyed a bit of research on the Clarion Guild of Handicraft. The discovery of a copper bowl made by the Guild spurred me on to learn a bit more about them and tell a little bit of
- [Item 368](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-368/) - Back to stock page Liberty & Co "Tudric" pewter vase Description A pewter vase retailed by Liberty & Co as part of their “Tudric” range, circa 1905.This is one of my favourite designs retailed by Liberty & Co. The vase has a hand planished finish and the bulbous base section has small hearts around it.
- [Item 235](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-235/) - Back to stock page Set of copper door handles by Richard. LL. Rathbone Description A set of door handles (2 pieces) by designed by Richard Llewellyn Rathone, circa 1900.The hand planished copper handles are made of a heavy gauge of copper and are designed to twist in order to open the door. The handles are
- [Item 126](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-126/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell Inkstand Description A stunning inkstand designed by Gordon Russell, circa 1925.The inkwell is made of gilding metal and is beautifully designed and made. The edge of the inkstand has simple chased decoration. An octagonal body holds an original blue-green ceramic inkwell. The hinged lid is also octagonal and has
- [Item 141](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-141/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell brass chamberstick Description A brass chamberstick made at the Gordon Russell Workshops between 1927 and 1929.The chamberstick is hand planished with a simple punched decoration. The loop handle has lovely detailing and is riveted back on the body. The base of the chamberstick is stamped “R W Ltd” which enables
- [Item 221](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-221/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell copper bowl Description A rare copper bowl with cast legs designed by Gordon Russell in 1924. The bowl has a simple decoration to the rim and three cast scrolled feet which are riveted to body. Slight variations of this design were made by Gordon Russell as can be seen
- [Item 350](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-350/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell Inkstand Description Another great inkstand designed by Gordon Russell, circa 1925.The inkstand is made of gilding metal and is beautifully designed and made. The edge of the inkstand has simple chased decoration. A cylindrical body holds a ceramic inkwell. The hinged lid is also circular and has a decorative
- [Item 342](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-342/) - Back to stock page Collins & Co bronze door handle Description A cast bronze door handle made by the firm of Collins & Co, Leicester, circa 1905. The door handle is a great example of the work of Collins & Co. The firm was started by William H. Pick who had strong links to the
- [Item 331](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-331/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle door/finger plates Description A set of three brass door plates and three matching brass finger plates by Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1905. These door and finger plates are on the larger size and would have adorned a very grand house at some point in time. The
- [Item 336](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-336/) - Back to stock page Guild of Handicraft fire dogs Description A rare and important pair of iron fire dogs designed by Charles Robert Ashbee and made by the Guild of Handicraft, circa 1905.These fire dogs are illustrated on page 226, Plate 26/1905, of Der Moderne Stil by Julius Hoffmann Jnr. The book illustrates many items
- [Item 373](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-373/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle copper door plate Description A single copper door plate designed and made by Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1905. This door plate is on the larger size and would have adorned a very grand house at some point in time. It has a hand hammered finish plus
- [Item 260](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-260/) - Back to stock page J & F Pool copper door plate Description A large copper door plate made by J & F Pool from Hayle in Cornwall around 1910. The work of J & F Pool is very distinctive thanks to their Art Nouveau Glasgow style motifs and their hammered finish. Made of a good
- [Item 417](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-417/) - Back to stock page South Kensington School system bronze bowl Description An extremely well made bronze bowl with handles possibly dating to 1861 and made by a pupil studying the South Kensington School system.The bowl is made very much in the style of the Birmingham Guild of Handicrafts with nicely detailed handles which are riveted
- [Item 400](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-400/) - Back to stock page Artificers Guild bronze bowl Description A bronze bowl designed by Edward Spencer and made by the Artificers’ Guild, circa 1920.The bowl is marked with Edward Spencer’s personal mark that was used on pieces made by the Artificers’ Guild. The underside is also stamped with “939” which is most likely a design
- [Item 222](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-222/) - Back to stock page Birmingham Guild of Handicraft copper bowl Description A copper bowl with three feet attributed to the Birmingham Guild of Handicraft, circa 1920. The large hand planished copper bowl sits on three brass feet. The bowl is attached to the feet with rivets. This is a known design produced by the Birmingham
- [Item 36](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-36/) - Back to stock page Yattendon School brass candle sconce Description A brass candle sconce made by the Yattendon School in 1901.The Yattendon Schools main designer, Elizabeth Waterhouse, frequently used designs from nature and this sconce is no exception. The back of the sconce has a tall symmetrical flower design in repousse which extends to the
- [Item 236](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-236/) - Back to stock page Art Fittings Limited brass coal bucket Description A very rare and important brass coal bucket with wrought iron fittings sold by Art Fittings Limited, circa 1905. Art Fittings Limited was the London showroom for Norman & Ernest Spittle from Birmingham. A very similar design of coal bucket by Norman & Ernest
- [Item 349](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-349/) - Back to stock page Newlyn copper jug Description A copper lidded jug made by the Newlyn Industrial Class, circa 1900.Believe it or not this is the first piece of Newlyn I have ever owned or handled. This is an early unmarked piece made by the Class at the beginning of the 1900s and featuring a
- [Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/duchess-of-sutherland-cripples-guild/) - Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild The Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild was formed by Lady Millicent Fanny St.Clair-Erskine, Duchess of Sutherland, in 1900.The Guild started life as the Potteries and Newcastle Cripples Guild and was formed in an attempt to take some action on behalf of the disabled children from the Staffordshire Potteries. At this
- [Item 419](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-419/) - Back to stock page Arthur W. Simpson of Kendal oak bellows Description A set of oak and leather fire bellows made by Arthur W. Simpson of Kendal, circa 1915.The bellows are wonderfully carved on one side with an interlaced repeating leaf pattern. The quality of the workmanship is superb. The top of the handle also
- [Item 317a](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-317a/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples copper dish Description Delighted to have this piece back with me again. A small hand hammered copper dish set with three dark green ceramic roundels made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples, circa 1905. This design was used frequently by the Guild around this time and dishes in
- [Item 371](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-371/) - Back to stock page Faulkner Bronze Co finger plate Description A copper finger plate made by the Faulkner Bronze Company or Jesson, Birkett & Co, circa 1904.An extremely well made finger plate in quite a heavy gauge of copper. The finger plate appears as design No. 372 in the Faulkner Bronze Co catalogue dating to
- [Gordon Russell/Cotswold School](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/gordon-russell-cotswold-school/) - Gordon Russell/Cotswold School Gordon Russell moved to the Cotswolds in 1904 when his family bought the Lygon Arms Hotel in Broadway. He was almost certainly influenced by the Arts & Crafts movement from a young age through contact with Charles Robert Ashbee and the Guild of Handicraft who had their workshops in nearby Chipping Campden.Following
- [Item 240](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-240/) - Back to stock page Faulkner Bronze Co hanging light Description A small copper hanging light or ceiling light attributed to the Faulkner Bronze Company, circa 1901. I purchased this light from another dealer as I recognised it from the old image of the Faulkner Bronze Company exhibition stand photograph. I believe this small lantern was
- [Item 409](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-409/) - Back to stock page Birmingham Guild of Handicraft inkwell Description A brass inkwell made by the Birmingham Guild of Handicraft, circa 1900. A great example of this well documented inkwell by the Birmingham Guild of Handicraft. The design is probably by Arthur Dixon who founded the Guild. It is a very simple inkwell with little
- [Item 266](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-266/) - Back to stock page Jesson, Birkett & Co Cobral Ware vase Description A copper and glass vase made by Jesson, Birkett & Co, circa 1905. The “Cobral Ware” range was made by the Faulkner Bronze Company and patented around 1901/2. They continued to make the range until the Faulkner Bronze Company was reconstituted as Jesson,
- [Jesson Birkett & Co](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/jesson-birkett-co/) - Jesson, Birkett & Co The story of Jesson, Birkett & Co starts with Faulkner Bronze Company. It was formed in formed in 1901 by the Directors, Fred. G. Faulkner, Thomas Birkett and Arthur. G. Jesson. Thomas Birkett was a former member of the Birmingham Guild of handicraft and he was joined at Faulkner Bronze Company by
- [Item 414](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-414/) - Back to stock page Jesson Birkett & Co copper inkwell Description A substantial copper inkwell designed by Richard Llewellyn Rathbone and made by Jesson, Birkett & Co, circa 1905. This inkwell is a documented Rathbone design and many were made with Rathbone’s own makers mark. This one though has been made by Jesson, Birkett &
- [Item 372](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-372/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle charger Description An early copper charger by Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1900. A really nice example of this well documented design by Norman and Ernest Spittle. They made their designs in various sizes but this is the larger size for this charger at just over 20″
- [Item 200](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-200/) - Back to stock page Faulkner Bronze Co copper charger Description A very rare copper charger made by the Faulkner Bronze Co between 1901 and 1904. The charger has an attractive repousse design with a central galleon in full sail and a border with a repeating wave motif. The charger was illustrated in the book; A
- [Item 411](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-411/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper dish Description A copper dish by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1905. The dish has a symmetrical design of two exotic birds amongst foliage in repousse, It also has the typical “pie-crust” edge used frequently by the School. This particular design appears in the Newton School
- [Item 413](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-413/) - Back to stock page J & F Pool copper box Description A copper cigarette box made by J & F Pool, circa 1905. The box is cedar wood lined and copper clad with very attractive Art Nouveau repousse designs to all sides and a riveted construction. The lid has a ball finial and the body
- [Item 250](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-250/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle copper charger Description A copper charger attributed to Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1900.This design is often attributed to the firm of Norman & Ernest Spittle due to the distinctive mythical serpent head design. It appears on a number of designs by Norman Spittle from around 1900.
- [Item 389](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-389/) - Back to stock page Liverpool School of Applied Arts copper charger Description A stunning copper charger made by students from the Liverpool School of Applied Arts, circa 1898. The charger has an intricate repousse design of what appears to be pumpkins. It is surprisingly Art Nouveau in style for a piece made in the late
- [Item 402](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-402/) - Back to stock page Barnstaple Guild copper charger Description A copper charger attributed to the Barnstaple Guild of Metal Workers, circa 1900.I believe this a rare piece of metalwork by the Barnstaple Guild of Metal Workers. The copper charger has a galleon design in repousse to the centre. The rim has two sea birds and
- [Item 404](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-404/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper jug Description A copper jug made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1910.The jug has a repeating hearts pattern in repousse around the tapering body and a nicely shaped handle and spout. This design appeared in a photograph of the Newton School workers which is believed
- [Item 280](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-280/) - Back to stock page Liberty & Co "Groefa" copper candle sconce Description A copper candle sconce retailed by Liberty & Co, circa 1905. This particular candle sconce was called the “Groefa” and was illustrated in the Liberty & Co Yuletide catalogue from 1903-1904. It is quite a simple design with a hammered finish and a
- [Item 399](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-399/) - Back to stock page Ickleford Class three handled copper vase Description An early piece of Arts and Crafts copper made by the Ickleford Industries of Applied Arts, Herts, circa 1905. This repousse copper twin handled vase is a great example of an early piece by yet another metalworking class that came under the umbrella of
- [Item 401](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-401/) - Back to stock page Newton School triangular copper dish Description A small triangular copper dish made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1910.The patriotic dish has the Scottish thistle, the English rose and the three leaf clover of Ireland in repousse. The edge of the dish has a “pie crust” shape which was
- [Item 384](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-384/) - Back to stock page Gawthorp of London brass dish Description A repousse brass dish made by Gawthorp and Sons of London, circa 1900.I discovered Gawthorp and Sons recently while researching Arts and Crafts periodicals and I’m very pleased to have found a marked piece of their work. Thomas John Gawthorp appears to have started a business
- [Item 249](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-249/) - Back to stock page Artificers' Guild jardiniere Description A brass or pale bronze jardiniere designed by Edward Spencer and made by the Artificers’ Guild, circa 1920.The jardiniere is either brass or, more likely, bronze based on the reddish colour of the patina on the base. It is marked twice with Edward Spencer’s personal mark that
- [Item 403](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-403/) - Back to stock page A pair of Newton School copper trays Description A pair of copper trays made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1910. The trays have a very attractive mirrored repousse design with griffins and mythical beasts around a a central tree. The edge of the tray has punched decoration which
- [Item 395](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-395/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle plaque Description A copper plaque made by Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1900. This copper “hand beaten” plaque is illustrated in the Norman and Ernest Spittle catalogue which dates to around 1905. It was made in various sizes and materials. This particular design was one of the
- [Item 309](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-309/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle brass tray Description A brass tray by Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1905. The hand beaten tray, or salver, is made from a heavy gauge of brass . The design is identical to one shown in the Norman and Ernest Spittle and Art Fittings Limited catalogues produced
- [Item 20](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-20/) - Back to stock page Keswick School of Industrial Arts copper "Temple" jug Description A hand raised copper jug made by the Keswick School of Industrial Arts, circa 1902.The hand raised lidded jug was most likely used as a hot water jug. It would likely have had a wicker handle in the past. It appears to
- [Item 397](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-397/) - Back to stock page J & F Pool easel back copper photograph frames Description Two easel back copper photograph frames made by J & F Pool in Hayle, circa 1910. The two very attractive frames have the typical repousse Art Nouveau designs that the firm produced around this time. They are in great original condition
- [Item 394](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-394/) - Back to stock page Newton School tall copper vase Description A rather special tall copper vase/tankard made by the Newton School of Metal Work to a design by John Williams, circa 1900. This is likely an exhibition piece as it is tall and impressive. The quality of the repousse work is excellent. The design can
- [Item 396](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-396/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper and brass box Description A copper and brass tea caddy made by the Newton School of Metal Work from a design attributed to John Williams, circa 1900. This particular design appears in the Newton School design archive . The hand drawn, and painted, design is unsigned but from
- [Item 307](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-307/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle copper plaque Description A copper plaque made by Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1900.This copper “hand beaten” plaque is illustrated in the Norman and Ernest Spittle catalogue which dates to around 1905. It was made in various sizes and materials.This particular design was one of the many
- [Item 357](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-357/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper twin handled vase Description A stunning copper twin handled vase with a repeating pattern of geese amongst reeds in repousse. The vase was made by the Newton School of Metal Workers, almost certainly from a design by John Williams, circa 1900. The design for this vase appears in
- [Item 392](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-392/) - Back to stock page Fivemiletown Class copper twin handled vase Description A twin handled copper vase attributed to the Fivemiletown Class from Co. Tyrone in Ireland, circa 1900.The vase has a very nice repousse design of flowers and leaves around the body. This style of vase is very typical of the Fivemiletown Class with the
- [Item 153](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-153/) - Back to stock page Newton school of Metal Work copper wall sconce Description A large copper wall sconce designed by George S. Tanner and made by Albert Prime at the Newton School of Metal Work in 1902.This stunning piece is not at all what I expected from the Newton School. It is clearly based on
- [Item 209](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-209/) - Back to stock page Newton School brass twin handled vase Description A brass twin handled vase with repousse owl design made by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design attributed to John Williams, circa 1900. This particular design appears in the Newton School design archive . The hand drawn design is unsigned but
- [Item 258](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-258/) - Back to stock page Newton School of Metal Work jardiniere Description A large copper jardiniere with wooden feet made by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design attributed to John Williams, circa 1900. This particular design appears in the Newton School design archive . The hand drawn design is unsigned but from the
- [Item 9](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-9/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated bell Description A silver plated bell made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910. The bell is shown in the D.S.C.G. showroom catalogue, circa 1910. It is described as a hand wrought silvered copper bell from the collection of Lord Rosebery. This particular bell came in
- [Item 29](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-29/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated bowl Description A silver plated bowl or cake dish made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.The bowl has a lovely, richly decorated repousse pattern. The design is featured in the D.S.C.G. showroom catalogue (No.394) , circa 1910. Described as a hand-wrought silvered copper dish for
- [Item 41](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-41/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated twin handled bowl Description A silver plated bowl twin handled bowl made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.The bowl has a fruiting vine pattern in repousse around the sides and two very nicely made multi-strand loop handles. The fruiting vine design was popular with the
- [Item 386](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-386/) - Back to stock page Small Ickleford copper vase Description An early piece of Arts and Crafts copper made by the Ickleford Industries of Applied Arts, Herts, dated December 1904.This small repousse copper twin handled vase is a great example of an early piece by yet another metalworking class that came under the umbrella of the
- [Item 223](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-223/) - Back to stock page Newton School of Metal Work bellows Description A set of copper and wood fireside bellows made by the Newton School of Metal Workers, circa 1900. One side of the bellows has a repousse design of a bird on branches. The leather bellows have been recently professionally replaced and the bellows function
- [Item 363](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-363/) - Back to stock page Arts and Crafts copper wall light Description An Arts and Crafts style copper wall light circa 1890. I generally only buy pieces where I know I can add value through additional provenance but something about this light caught my eye. Thankfully, at least part of the history of this wall light
- [Item 391](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-391/) - Back to stock page kellock Brown copper sconce Description A copper candle sconce attributed to the Scottish sculptor, William Kellock Brown, circa 1900.William Kellock Brown (1856-1934) was a successful Scottish sculptor based in Glasgow. More commonly known as Kellock Brown he studied at the Glasgow School of Art and the Royal College of Art in
- [Item 390](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-390/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle brass charger Description A brass charger attributed to Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1900.This brass “hand beaten” charger seems to be a larger size/design of a plaque illustrated in the Norman and Ernest Spittle catalogue which dates to around 1905. It was made in various sizes and
- [Item 387](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-387/) - Back to stock page John Williams copper candlesticks Description A fabulous pair of copper candlesticks to a design attributed to former Guild of Handicraft member, John Williams, circa 1905. These large candlesticks are very much in the arts and crafts style with a delicate hand planished finish and riveted construction. I am confident that they
- [Item 383](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-383/) - Back to stock page Liberty & Co copper galleon charger Description A superb large scale copper charger retailed by Liberty & Co, circa 1900. This particular copper charger, albeit with the mirror image design, is pictured in the book “Liberty’s Furniture, 1875-1915, The birth of modern interior design” written by Daryl Bennett. It appears on
- [Item 318](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-318/) - Back to stock page Fivemiletown/Mary Williams copper peacock charger Description A stunning large repousse copper charger attributed to a design by Mary Williams and most likely made by the Fivemiletown Class, circa 1900. The large copper charger has an incredibly detailed repousse design of a central intricate circle of fruiting flowers surrounded by a repeating
- [Item 375](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-375/) - Back to stock page Newlyn copper rose bowl Description A copper rose bowl made by the Newlyn Industrial Class, circa 1910.The rose bowl has a typical repousse pattern of fish around the sides. The seperate flower holder is detachable and sits tightly in to the top of the bowl. Both the bowl and the flower
- [Dryad Metal Works](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/dryad-metal-works/) - Dryad Metal Works The Dryad Metal Works was set up in 1912 by Harry Peach and William Pick. Harry Peach was originally a bookseller but had to give it up as an occupation due to poor eyesight. He was friends with Benjamin Fletcher who was the head of the Leicester School of Art from 1900.
- [Item 377](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-377/) - Back to stock page Dryad Metal Works silver spoon Description A silver spoon made by the Dryad Metal Works in 1921. This is one of a small number of silver spoons made by the Dryad Works and illustrated in their catalogue, circa 1920 (No. 62). The spoon has a winged cherub design to the top.
- [Item 241](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-241/) - Back to stock page J & F Pool copper tea caddy Description A copper tea caddy made by J & F Pool from Hayle in Cornwall around 1910. The work of J & F Pool is very distinctive thanks to their Art Nouveau Glasgow style motifs and their hammered finish. This tea caddy has four
- [Item 39](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-39/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated ash tray Description A small silver plated ash tray/pin dish made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.The ashtray has a Tudor rose design in repousse plus the makers marks for the D.S.C.G.The ash tray is shown in the 1910 showroom catalogue (No.279a) where it is
- [Item 382](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-382/) - Back to stock page Arts and Crafts copper charger Description An Arts and Crafts copper charger made circa 1900. This particular charger highlights the popularity of metalworking as a handicraft when the Arts and Crafts Movement was at its peak. The exact design was illustrated in The House magazine in 1900 (No.39 P.102) and was
- [Item 380](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-380/) - Back to stock page Newton School small brass tray Description A brass dish or tray with a repeating fish pattern made by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design attributed to John Williams, circa 1900. The Newton School design archive has a number of very similar designs which were all produced by John
- [Item 328](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-328/) - Back to stock page Newton School brass dish Description A brass dish or charger with a repeating fish pattern made by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design attributed to John Williams, circa 1900. The Newton School design archive has a number of very similar designs which were all produced by John Williams.
- [Item 201](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-201/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper charger Description A stunning large copper charger made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1900. I have held on to this piece for a while now as I believe it really belongs in a museum. It is an example of the Newton School of Metal Work
- [News 21](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-21/) - Back to news page Hammer and Hand featured in the Antiques Trade Gazette I am delighted to have featured in a June edition of the Antiques Trade Gazette as part of their regular “Five Questions for Dealers”. The article also talks about a couple of rather special recent finds. "Five Questions" article in Issue 2647
- [Item 376](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-376/) - Back to stock page Newton School pewter and Ruskin inkwell Description A pewter inkwell set with a Ruskin Pottery heart attributed to the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1905. A number of very similar designs by George S. Tanner appear in the archive of the Newton School of Metal Work so I’m confident this
- [Item 361](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-361/) - Back to stock page Newton School of Metal Work mirror Description A rare and important copper and wood mirror designed by John Williams in the very early years of the Newton School of Metal Work’s existence, circa 1892.The mirror has a typical John Williams repousse pattern of leaves and flowers. This particular design is one
- [Item 208](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-208/) - Back to stock page Arts and Crafts silver spoon Description A large silver spoon in the Arts and Crafts style with red stone cabochon, A very well made long spoon with a hammered bowl and ornate decoration including a dark red stone, most likely a garnet. The spoon is completely unmarked but tests positive as silver.
- [Item 366](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-366/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle Pewtal charger Description An impressive charger in “Pewtal” made by Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1905. The charger has a hammered finish and is unexpectedly light in the hand. The underside is stamped “Pewtal (Registered)”. I am fortunate enough to have an early catalogue by the Spittle
- [Item 60](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-60/) - Back to stock page Dryad Metal Works bronze bowl Description A bronze bowl made by the Dryad Metal Works, circa 1920.A lovely example of the hand planished bronze wares made the Dryad Works in Leicester in the 1920’s. This particular design is illustrated in their 192o’s catalogue (No.7432). The design was also shown in The Studio
- [Item 365](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-365/) - Back to stock page Yattendon Class copper motto jug Description A particularly rare and important repousse copper jug with motto made by the Yattendon Class, circa 1895.This is one of those pieces that you see in the books but never imagine you’ll be able to find one day. The jug has a stunning repousse design
- [Item 358](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-358/) - Back to stock page Joseph Crosland McClure Evening and Morning plaques Description A stunning pair of cast bronze or copper plaques made by Joseph Crosland McClure, circa 1905. The sculptural plaques depict nude female figures in different poses. They are very much in the Arts and Crafts style and beautifully observed. Both are signed with
- [News 20](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-20/) - Back to news page James Crosland McClure - Evening and Morning plaques When I first saw these plaques I was convinced they were by Robert Jackson Emerson or, at least, connected in some way to Emerson. The sculptured figures were very similar to pieces of work I had seen by him. Bronze or copper plaques
- [Item 364](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-364/) - Back to stock page Yattendon Class copper jug Description A really lovely example of a repousse copper jug made by the Yattendon Class, circa 1900. This particular piece is in fantastic condition with very crisp and well defined repousse work. The sides of the jug are decorated with a design of fish above stylised waves.
- [About Me](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/about-me/) - Finding rare pieces and giving them back their history.. About Me Hammer and Hand Antiques is a new venture started in 2019. I have been collecting and privately selling antiques from the Arts & Crafts movement for around 15 years. My research has enabled me to meet many other people with a similar passion and
- [Item 303](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-303/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper mirror Description A copper mirror designed by John Williams and made by John Day at the Newton School of Metal Work in 1903. The mirror has a typical John Williams repousse design of leaves and fruiting flowers against a hammered background and the design is in the Newton
- [Item 333](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-333/) - Back to stock page Newton School charger - George V coronation Description A large copper charger made by the Newton School of Metal Work to celebrate the coronation of George V in 1911. This piece is a reminder that we were once a very patriotic nation and royal events were significant occasions. The quality of
- [Item 330](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-330/) - Back to stock page William Mark enamel brooch Description A silver and enamel brooch made by former Guild of Handicraft enamelist William Mark between 1908 and 1920. William Mark was born in Victoria, Australia, in 1868. He learned enamelling skills in Australia before moving to England in the mid 1890s. He joined the Guild of
- [Item 359](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-359/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver buckle set with amethysts Description A silver buckle set with amethysts made by A E Jones in 1907. The buckle is an early and rare design by Jones. The use of amethysts at this time is quite unusual but, having said that, this is the second buckle
- [Item 298e](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-298e/) - Back to stock page Mary Williams copper dish Description A repousse copper dish firmly attributed to a design by Mary Williams, circa 1900. The dish has a celtic interlaced design with hearts and is very finely worked. It has a hanging hook which has been soldered on to the back to allow it to be
- [Item 347](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-347/) - Back to stock page Helen Muir Wood copper picture frame Description A stunning repousse copper picture frame attributed to “Glasgow Girl”, Helen Muir Wood, circa 1900.This is the second piece by Helen Muir Wood that I have handled over the last few years and the repousse work, overall construction and background hammer work all lead
- [Item 352](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-352/) - Back to stock page Newton School hearth brush Description A superb copper and wood hearth brush made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1906. The brush was designed by George S. Tanner in 1906 and the original design drawing appears in the Newton School archive. The drawing is signed and dated. Tanner produced some
- [News 19](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-19/) - Back to news page Helen Muir Wood - Glasgow Girl This is the second piece by Helen Muir Wood that I have been lucky enough to find so I thought I’d take the opportunity to write a short article about this lesser known “Glasgow Girl”. Despite training with the Mackintosh group and being both student
- [Item 355](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-355/) - Back to stock page Enid Kelsey silver pill box Description A silver pill box with glass cabochon made by Enid Kelsey in 1933. Enid is on my list to research further at some stage. She is sadly best known for being the wife of Cyril Kelsey who was apprenticed to Charles Robert Ashbee at the
- [Item 53](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-53/) - Back to stock page John Sidney Reeve silver spoon Description A silver spoon made by John Sidney Reeve with a nice rat tail and hammered finish on the bowl. The top of the spoon has inscribed detailing and a “H” monogram. The spoon is fully hallmarked for John Sidney reeve, Birmingham, 1927.John Sidney Reeve was
- [Francis Cargeeg](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/francis-cargeeg/) - Francis Cargeeg Francis Cargeeg is gradually becoming more widely known thanks to the recent publication of Cornish Art Metalwork by Colin Pill. He was a very interesting character who produced a small output of hand wrought copper and brass items in a Celtic style. Based in Cornwall, Francis started producing his own metalwork from the late
- [Item 261](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-261/) - Back to stock page Alexander Ritchie silver brooch Description A silver celtic brooch designed by Alexander Ritchie and made in 1905. This brooch is a known design by Alexander Ritchie and a near identical example can be seen on a commercial postcard illustrated in the excellent book “Iona Celtic Art – The Work of Alexander
- [Item 237](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-237/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper box Description A copper box made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1910. This is a known design by the School and multiple versions of varying sizes appear in an image of the School’s exhibition stand at the Home Arts & Industries Association exhibition held in
- [Item 351](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-351/) - Back to stock page Gibbons Art Nouveau copper frog inkwell Description A very attractive inkwell by Gibbons of Wolverhampton. Although primarily a lock maker dating back to 1833, Gibbons also produced some art fittings and this is a lovely example that probably dates to the early 1900s. The lid features a frog sitting on a
- [Item 167](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-167/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper mirror Description A copper mirror almost certainly designed by John Williams and made by the Newton School of Metal Workers around 1900. The mirror has a typical John Williams repousse design of broad dotted leaves and fruiting fruits against a hammered background. The mirror design is in the
- [Item 311](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-311/) - Back to stock page Faulkner Bronze Cobral Ware vase Description A copper and glass vase made by the Faulkner Bronze Company, circa 1903. The “Cobral Ware” range was made by the Faulkner Bronze Company and patented around 1901/2. They continued to make the range until the Faulkner Bronze Company was reconstituted as Jesson, Birkett &
- [Item 302](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-302/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle fire screen Description A stunning copper and iron fire screen made by Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1905. This particular fire screen appears in the Norman and Ernest Spittle catalogue dating from around 1905 (Design No. 4100). It also appears in the Art Fittings Limited catalogue from
- [Item 353](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-353/) - Back to stock page Francis Cargeeg copper dish Description A hand planished copper bowl made by Francis Cargeeg, circa 1940.A lovely example of Francis Cargeeg’s work with his distinctive, very exact and perfectly aligned hand hammering which displays beautifully.The bowl is marked with Cargeeg’s “treskele”, an etched and engraved trademark.. There is a catch attached
- [Item 158](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-158/) - Back to stock page Blunt and Wray copper alms dish Description A beaten copper alms dish designed by Frederick “Dendy” Wray and made by Blunt & Wray, circa 1904. Ecclesiastical metalwork is not typically what I look for but this piece is quite special and very much in the Arts and Crafts style. The alms
- [Item 85](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-85/) - Back to stock page Faulkner Bronze Co brass wall light Description A brass wall light made by the Faulkner Bronze company, circa 1901.The brass wall light has a lovely repousse nouveau pattern and hand planished finish. I suspect that the unusual patina may have been an “antiqued” finish which was popular at the time.The wooden
- [Item 104](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-104/) - Back to stock page Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild Cromwellian bowl Description A silver two handled “Cromwellian” bowl made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild in 1912.Almost certainly based on a historical design for a wine taster or sweetmeat dish from the time of Oliver Cromwell and Charles the 1st or 2nd. It is
- [Item 33](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-33/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. copper gilt sugar caster Description A very unusual copper gilt sugar caster made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.A very large gold plate on copper sugar dredger which appears in the D.S.C.G. showroom catalogue (No.322), circa 1910. The dredger is described as a copy from the 1720
- [Item 21](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-21/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated cup Description A silver plated cup or beaker made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1915.The cup has a chased decoration that was adapted from another design shown in the D.S.C.G. showroom catalogue, circa 1910. The original based on a 17th century Norwegian cup. The base
- [Item 54](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-54/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. copper and silver cigarette box Description A copper and silver cigarette box made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.The square copper lid is set with with four silver rosettes and a central silver circle, all enclosed within a simple repousse design. The inside of the box is
- [Item 59](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-59/) - Back to stock page Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild ash trays Description A pair of small silver plated ash trays/pin dishes made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.Both ash trays are identical and have a very attractive repousse design plus the makers marks for the D.S.C.G.The ash tray is shown in the
- [Item 18](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-18/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated fruit bowl Description A large silver plated fruit bowl made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.The hand planished bowl has a fruiting vine design in repousse. The underside of the bowl is marked with the D.S.C.G. makers mark.Although this particular fruit bowl design is not
- [Item 34](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-34/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated beaker Description A silver plated beaker made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910. The beaker is shown in the D.S.C.G. showroom catalogue (No.489), circa 1910. It is described as a hand wrought beaker in silvered copper, richly chased and was £2 and 10 shillings at
- [Item 30](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-30/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated "Lhasa" mirrors Description Two silver plated hand mirrors attributed to the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild and likely dating to around 1906. The mirrors are unmarked as these would have been made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples just before it was renamed as the D.S.C.G. A very similar mirror
- [Item 90](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-90/) - Back to stock page Faulkner Bronze Company Ltd copper and glass biscuit barrel Description A very rare nouveau, almost Loetz style, copper and glass biscuit barrel made by Faulkner Bronze Company Ltd. The design is very unusual with a hand planished copper body around an iridescent green glass container.The biscuit barrel has a brass handle
- [Item 19](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-19/) - Back to stock page Hart and Huyshe copper bowl Description A simple copper bowl with wirework edge by Hart & Huyshe, Chipping Campden, circa 1920. The bowl is very much in the Cotswold style and was made during a short lived venture between former Guild of Handicraft member, George Hart, and his half brother Reynell Huyshe.
- [Item 10](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-10/) - Back to stock page Dryad Metal Works bronze cigarette box Description A bronze cigarette box made by the Dryad Metal Works, circa 1920.The hand planished copper box has a a wood lined interior, most likely cedar wood. The edge of the domed lid has a typical Dryad rope twist design and the legs are riveted
- [Item 95](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-95/) - Back to stock page Sherard Osborn Cowper-Coles copper bowl Description A very well made and unusual copper bowl attributed to Sherard Osborn Cowper-Coles, circa 1920. The bowl has a repousse pattern which over the years of polishing has led to a very unusual effect. The attribution to Sherard Osborn Cowper-Coles is based on the identical design
- [Item 6](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-6/) - Back to stock page A E Jones copper and silver candlestick Description A silver and copper candlestick by A E Jones, Circa 1910.The candlestick has applied silver decoration with a laurel leaf and ribbon pattern very typical of Jones’s mixed metal pieces of this period. The silver bands end at three rosettes on the base
- [Item 127](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-127/) - Back to stock page Guild of Handicraft meat cover Description A large meat cover made by the Guild of Handicraft, circa 1900. This is a known design by the Guild of Handicraft which appears in the design books held by the original Guild workshops, now Harts Silversmiths in Chipping Campden. The handle design is often
- [Item 125](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-125/) - Back to stock page Hart and Huyshe brass bowl Description A hand hammered brass bowl with wirework edge by Hart & Huyshe, Chipping Campden, circa 1920. The bowl is made using quite a heavy gauge of brass. It is very much in the Cotswold style and was made during a short lived venture between former Guild
- [Item 100](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-100/) - Back to stock page John H. Green copper inkwell Description A beautifully made copper inkwell attributed to John. H. Green, circa 1925.The inkwell has a circular base that gradually becomes a hexagon shape as it reaches the lid. The inkwell has subtle styling details on the edge of the lid and an inscribed pattern around
- [Item 113](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-113/) - Back to stock page George Edward Hunt silver server Description A rare silver server by George Edward Hunt, 1931.Quite a large piece with a hand planished finish. The end of the server has a simple chased design. Fully hallmarked for George Hunt, Chester, 1931. There is also the makers mark inside the bowl of the
- [Item 4](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-4/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver and copper cigarette box Description A silver plated cigarette box attributed to A E Jones, circa 1920.The lid of the box has a brass flower motif surrounded by a copper section edged with a brass decorated band. The riveted legs and subtle hammered finish are typical of
- [Item 3](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-3/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver plated cigarette box Description A silver plated cigarette box attributed to A E Jones, circa 1905.The box is characteristic of A E Jones cigarette boxes of this period. The lid has a very nice riveted strap work design with central foil backed blue-green enamel. The legs are
- [Item 79](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-79/) - Back to stock page Jesson, Birkett & Co brass box with Ruskin roundels Description A brass cigarette box made by Jesson, Birkett & Co or A E Jones, circa 1905.The lid of the box has two brass mounts with Ruskin ceramic roundels. The inside of the box is lined with cedar wood.This design of box
- [Item 114](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-114/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver motto vase Description A silver vase made by A E Jones for George Lawrence Connell in 1912.The hand planished vase has applied silver rosettes and a motto around the top section. The motto reads “There’s Gladness in Remembrance”. This appears to have been a very popular turn
- [Item 89](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-89/) - Back to stock page A E Jones Ltd silver cruet set Description An early and complete silver cruet set made by A E Jones Ltd in 1904.The set consists of a silver pepper castor, two silver salts with original spoons and a silver mustard (with a silver spoon but not original). All of the pieces
- [Item 32](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-32/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver sugar dredger Description A silver sugar dredger made by A E Jones in 1907 and retailed via Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd of Sheffield.A lovely piece of early A E Jones silver with the typical hand planished finish and a nice brand leaf repousse design around the
- [Item 107](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-107/) - Back to stock page Faulkner Bronze Co copper wall light Description A copper wall light attributed to the Faulkner Bronze company, circa 1901.One of my favourite finds this year … this actually made it’s way back from Australia! The copper wall light has a nouveau pattern in repousse and hand planished finish. The wooden backing may
- [Item 130](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-130/) - Back to stock page Richard Llewellyn Rathbone copper inkwell Description A large copper inkwell designed by Richard Llewellyn Rathbone and made by Jesson, Birkett & Co, circa 1905. This inkwell is a well known Rathbone design and many were made with Rathbone’s own makers mark. This one though has been made by Jesson, Birkett &
- [Item 137](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-137/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle brass clock Description A brass clock made by Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1906.A very simple but effective design by the Spittle brothers. The clock has a flat, slightly over hanging top. The body tapers slightly top to bottom with a simple repousse pattern to the mid
- [Item 142](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-142/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle coal bin Description A large copper coal bin attributed to Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1905.A very large coal bin … definitely one for those with a large fireplace! The copper bin has lovely riveted panels throughout. The two centre panels have very well worked, finely hammered,
- [Item 151](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-151/) - Back to stock page Newton School of Metal Workers copper tray Description A copper tray made by Albert Prime of the Newton School of Metalworkers in 1924. This large copper tray is hand planished with a simple punched decoration to the edges and twisted copper handles. It is marked with Albert Prime’s distinctive monogram to
- [Item 205](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-205/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper chamberstick Description A copper chamberstick made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1900.This particular design appears in the Newton School design archive and is very much in the style of John, or Mary, Williams which dates it to around 1900. The chamberstick has an ornately decorated
- [Item 150](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-150/) - Back to stock page Newton School of Metalworkers copper chamber sticks Description A pair of copper chambersticks made by Albert Prime of the Newton School of Metalworking, circa 1900. The hand planished chambersticks have a simple repousse pattern to the edges and a chased pattern around the centres. The handles are slightly different sizes so
- [Item 203](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-203/) - Back to stock page Jesson, Birkett & Co copper inkwell Description A large copper inkwell designed by Richard Llewellyn Rathbone and made by Jesson, Birkett & Co, circa 1905.This inkwell is a well known Rathbone design and some were made with Rathbone’s own makers mark. This one though has been made by Jesson, Birkett &
- [Item 111](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-111/) - Back to stock page A E Jones copper candlesticks Description A pair of copper and brass candlesticks attributed to A E Jones, circa 1920.Originally silver plated, these candlesticks lost the plating a long time ago and the contrast of the brass on the patinated copper is very attractive. The hand planished finish and brass decals
- [Item 35](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-35/) - Back to stock page Birmingham Guild of Handicraft silver buckle Description A hand planished silver belt buckle made by the Birmingham Guild of Handicraft. Fully hallmarked for the Birmingham Guild of Handicraft, Birmingham, 1900. This design is often attributed to the Guildsman, Arthur Fowler. This buckle is shown in the book; By Hammer & Hand, The
- [Item 73](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-73/) - Back to stock page A E Jones copper and silver vase Description A copper and silver vase made by A E Jones, circa 1905.The copper vase is hand planished and fitted with silver strips with the egg and dart pattern that Jones used frequently. The rim has a silver edge and the body of the
- [Item 133](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-133/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle newel post lamp Description A large wrought metal newel post lamp made by Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1905.At 44″ tall this is quite a statement piece and one would have needed a rather large newel post in the house for this lamp. In wrought metal and
- [Item 199](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-199/) - Back to stock page Hugh Wallis brass coal vase Description A brass coal vase with repousse decoration made by Hugh Wallis, circa 1925. The coal vase or bucket is incredibly well made with two repousse vine leaf patterns to each side and a riveted panel construction and rope twist decoration to the top rim. The
- [Item 147](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-147/) - Back to stock page A E Jones copper and silver inkwell Description A copper and silver inkstand made by A E Jones, circa 1910. This is an original design by Jesson, Birkett & Co which has been adapted by A E Jones Ltd. The A E Jones design incorporates a circular silver band to the
- [Item 197](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-197/) - Back to stock page C.F.A Voysey design brass handles Description A pair of cast brass door handles designed by C.F.A. Voysey and made by Thomas Elsley Ltd, circa 1895.These handles were designed by Charles Francis Annesley Voysey and made by the firm of Thomas Elsley Ltd at their Portland Metal Works in London. They were
- [Item 255](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-255/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle Fire Dogs Description A set of wrought iron fire dogs made by Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1900. This design, almost certainly by Norman Spittle, appeared in an article about the firm in The Furniture Record and the Furnisher from December 1902. It also appears in the
- [Item 228](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-228/) - Back to stock page Faulkner Bronze Co copper trays Description Two small copper trays attributed to the Faulkner Bronze Co, circa 1900.The Faulkner Bronze Co showed one of these designs in their catalogue and the tray was made in various sizes. This size would most likely have been used for ash trays. The two designs
- [Item 276](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-276/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell octagonal bronze bowl Description A stunning bronze bowl by Gordon Russell for his Lygon metalwork range, circa 1920. The large octagonal bowl sits on a circular base and is extremely elegant and well made as you would expect from Gordon Russell. The bowl is fully marked with “R&S” for
- [Item 220](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-220/) - Back to stock page Francis Cargeeg copper and brass tray Description A hand worked square copper tray with signature brass swirls, made by Francis Cargeeg, circa 1940.Francis Cargeeg is known to have only made a handful of designs as he wanted to perfect his technique on a few items. This tray was made in various
- [Item 215](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-215/) - Back to stock page Arts and Crafts copper font ewer Description A tall copper font ewer in the Arts and Crafts style, circa 1905. This tall jug with handle is most likely a font ewer. The piece is incredibly well made with a heavy gauge of copper. The body is hand planished with both repousse
- [Item 269](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-269/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper and brass tea caddy Description A large copper and brass tea caddy made by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design attributed to John Williams, circa 1900. This particular design appears in the Newton School design archive . The hand drawn, and painted, design is unsigned
- [Item 232](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-232/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver plated clock Description A silver plated clock with cast silver rams head legs made by A E Jones Ltd, circa 1920. The body of the clock is held on four solid silver legs with cast rams heads at the top of each leg and paw feet at
- [Item 265](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-265/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. brass coal bin Description A brass coal bin with cast brass rams heads made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910. Probably the best piece I have ever seen by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild. The coal bin mixes elements of Arts and Crafts styling with the
- [Item 57](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-57/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples copper fire kerb Description A very rare copper fire kerb made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples, circa 1905.Lovely repousse copper design with fruiting pomegranates wrapped around a wooden frame. This piece is a are survivor and is in very used condition. That being said, it is
- [Item 283 and 284](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-283-and-284/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper chambersticks Description Two copper chambersticks attributed to the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1900-1920. These two chambersticks show how the work of the Newton School of Metal Work changed over time. The larger of the two has a more elaborate repeating pattern of leaves in repousse and
- [Item 282](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-282/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper hot water jug Description A copper hot water jug with wooden handle made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1905. The Newton School of Metal Work continues to surprise me with the variety of their designs and hammered finishes. I’m not sure I would have guessed
- [Item 334](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-334/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples copper charger Description I’ve been lucky enough to find another of these chargers. A copper charger or plaque with repousse decoration made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples, circa 1905. This design of repousse flowers and leaves around the edge was used quite commonly by the Guild
- [Item 277](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-277/) - Back to stock page Glasgow School style copper candle sconce Description A copper candle sconce in the style of the Glasgow School of Art.The copper candle sconce is very much in the style of the Glasgow Girl, Agnes Bankier Harvey, but I am unable to attribute or date this piece firmly.It is well made in
- [Item 286](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-286/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle fire dogs Description A set of “Armour Bright” iron fire dogs made by Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1900. Couldn’t resist buying another pair of these fire dogs when they popped up in the “Armour Bright” finish. This design, almost certainly by Norman Spittle, appeared in an
- [Item 52](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-52/) - Back to stock page The Potteries Guild of Cripples pewter dish with Ruskins Description A small pewter dish set with ceramic roundels made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples between 1904 and 1907. The centre of the bowl is hand planished and the flattened edge has three inset ceramic roundels which look very much like Ruskin
- [Item 304](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-304/) - Back to stock page Newton School brass chambersticks Description A pair of brass chambersticks by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1900.The design for these chambersticks appears in the Newton School design archive and was featured in the article on the Newton School of Metal Work that I wrote for the Decorative Arts Society
- [Item 281](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-281/) - Back to stock page Fivemiletown Class tankard designed by Mary Williams Description A rather special copper tankard made by the Fivemiletown Class to a design by Mary Williams, circa 1900. This is likely an exhibition piece as it is large and impressive. The quality of the repousse work is excellent. I would have described this
- [Item 202 and 225](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-202-and-225/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper and iron trivets Description Two copper and wrought iron trivets made by the Newton School of Metal Work from designs attributed to John Williams, circa 1900. These particular designs appear in the Newton School design archive. The hand drawn designs are unsigned but from the style they can
- [Item 179](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-179/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper wall clock Description A repousse copper wall clock made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1920. The wall clock has a repousse copper face with a design of a squirrel atop branches. The original working clock is held in a wooden frame and has a simple
- [Item 180](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-180/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper dish Description A copper dish or tray with turkey pattern made by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design attributed to John Williams, circa 1920. This particular stylised turkey design in repousse appears in the Newton School design archive and is described as a tobacco tray.
- [Item 287](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-287/) - Back to stock page Newton School brass dish Description A small brass dish made by the Newton School of Metal Workers, circa 1900. This particular design appears in the Newton School design archive . The designer is almost certainly John Williams. The symmetrical design has Williams’ characteristic fruiting flowers and broad leaves. The dish has
- [Item 206](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-206/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper twin handled vase Description A copper twin handled vase with repousse fish amongst weeds pattern made by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design by John Williams, circa 1900. This iconic design is a well known piece by the Newton School and they made many over
- [Item 298a](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-298a/) - Back to stock page Mary Williams large copper peacock charger Description A stunning large repousse copper charger firmly attributed to a design by Mary Williams, circa 1900.The large copper charger has an incredibly detailed repousse design of a central peacock surrounded by a repeating pattern of multiple peacocks. This particular design of charger is very
- [Item 262](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-262/) - Back to stock page Jesson, Birkett & Co copper and silver box Description A bronzed copper and silver box made by Jesson, Birkett & Co or A E Jones, circa 1905. The lid and sides of the box have applied silver details and rosettes all held on with rivets. This design of box appears in
- [Item 297a](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-297a/) - Back to stock page Mary Williams copper rose bowl Description A repousse copper rose bowl firmly attributed to a design by Mary Williams, circa 1900. The rose bowl has a band of repousse tudor roses and leaves around its centre and is incredibly well made. The circular base has a planished finish. This particular rose
- [Item 216 & 217](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-216-217/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper candle sconces Description Two copper wall sconces set with Ruskin Pottery roundels designed by George S. Tanner and made by the Newton School of Metal Work circa 1905. The sconces are a variation on a 1903 design by George. S. Tanner who was a Godalming based designer in
- [Item 172](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-172/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper and brass hot water jug Description A brass and copper hot water jug made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1910. This particular design of hot water jug by the School is often wrongly attributed to Christopher Dresser due to its futuristic styling and use of
- [Item 295](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-295/) - Back to stock page Yattendon Class copper dish Description A copper dish or charger made by the Yattendon Class from Berkshire, circa 1900. The dish has very attractive repousse decoration in a flowing vine leaf pattern in light relief. Most of the designs by the Yattendon Class came from Elizabeth Waterhouse or other members of
- [Item 323](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-323/) - Back to stock page Ickleford Class copper candle sconce Description An early piece of Arts and Crafts copper made by the Ickleford Industries of Applied Arts, Herts, circa 1905.This copper candles sconce is a great example of an early piece by yet another metalworking class that came under the umbrella of the Home Arts and
- [Item 320](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-320/) - Back to stock page Bernard Cuzner silver necklace Description A stunning silver, turquoise and coral necklace made by Bernard Cuzner around 1904. This is a very early and unmarked piece of Jewellery by Bernard Cuzner but thankfully this design, possibly even this necklace, was exhibited at the Dress Designers Exhibition in 1904. The necklace was
- [Item 315](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-315/) - Back to stock page Christchurch Class brass sconce Description An exceptionally rare repousse brass candle sconce made by the Christchurch Class, Hants, circa 1900.The Christchurch Class is a little known art metalwork class that came under the umbrella of the Home Arts and Industries Association. The class was organised by a Miss Druitt and held
- [Item 313](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-313/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle cloak clasp Description A pewter cloak clasp set with Ruskin Pottery roundels made by Norman and Ernest Spittle around 1902. The cloak clasp has a good weight so is most likely made of a pewter rather than the aluminium alloy frequently used and patented by the Spittle
- [Item 344](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-344/) - Back to stock page Dorothea Hager designed nurses badge Description A nurses badge designed by Dorothea Hager for the Princess Christian’s nurses, circa 1907. I recently wrote an article about Dorothea (Dorothy) Hager after finding a repousse copper tray she had made around 1901. In the article I mentioned a design she had produced for
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- [Item 243](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-243/) - Back to stock page Elkington & Co plaque by George Halliday Description A copper award plaque attributed to Elknigton & Co with an earlier design by George Halliday. Not my usual type of purchase but I was drawn to the story. I believe this plaque was made by Elkington & Co. A previous owner had
- [Item 332](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-332/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper candle sconces Description A pair of copper wall sconces made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1910.The matching pair of sconces have back plates with large flowers in repousse against a hammered background. The candle holders are attached to wide, shaped, copper strips decorated with a
- [Item 325](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-325/) - Back to stock page Yattendon Class tall copper vase Description A stunning tall copper vase with handle made by the Yattendon Class from Berkshire, circa 1900. The vase is probably the nicest piece of Yattendon Class metalwork I have yet seen. The body of the vase has a repeating shell pattern in repousse with waves
- [Item 327](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-327/) - Back to stock page Ickleford Class three handled copper vase Description An early piece of Arts and Crafts copper made by the Ickleford Industries of Applied Arts, Herts, circa 1905. This repousse copper twin handled vase is a great example of an early piece by yet another metalworking class that came under the umbrella of
- [Item 337](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-337/) - Back to stock page Newton School pewter box with Ruskin roundel Description A pewter box with Ruskin Pottery roundel made by the Newton School of Metal Work in January of 1904. This piece enables me to do what I love most.. give it back it’s full history. The design is a known design by the
- [Item 340](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-340/) - Back to stock page Alfred Hughes brass candlestick Description A brass candlestick made by Alfred Hughes, circa 1906. I was delighted to find this particular design of candlestick by Alfred Hughes. Alfred Hughes was a master craftsman who both worked for and later collaborated with Richard Llewellyn Rathbone in Wales and Liverpool during the late
- [Item 321](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-321/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper dish Description A copper dish or tray with repeating fish pattern made by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design attributed to John Williams, circa 1900. This particular fish design in repousse appears in the Newton School design archive. The hand drawn design is unsigned but
- [Item 292](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-292/) - Back to stock page Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild tea caddy Description A copper and silver tea caddy by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910. One of my favourite pieces by the D.S.C.G. because it fits in the hand almost perfectly and is very tactile. I have called it a tea caddy but
- [Item 343](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-343/) - Back to stock page Fivemiletown copper plaque Description A small copper plaque attributed to the Fivemiletown Class, circa 1895.I believe this copper plaque is a great example of the early work of the Fivemiletown Class from County Tyrone in Ireland. The plaque has a slightly dished centre and a border with a repeating pattern of
- [Item 317](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-317/) - Back to stock page Christchurch Class brass tray Description A repousse brass tray attributed to the Christchurch Class, Hants, circa 1900. The Christchurch Class is a little known art metalwork class that came under the umbrella of the Home Arts and Industries Association. The class was organised by a Miss Druitt and held at the
- [Item 239](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-239/) - Back to stock page Art Fittings Limited copper tray Description A rare and important copper tray sold by Art Fittings Limited, circa 1905. Art Fittings Limited was the London showroom of Norman & Ernest Spittle and the tray is very similar to known Spittle designs featured in their catalogue dating from around 1905. This particular
- [Item 338](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-338/) - Back to stock page N & E Spittle pewtal serving tray Description A large serving tray in “Pewtal” firmly attributed to Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1905. The tray has a hammered finish and is unexpectedly light in the hand. The underside is stamped “Pewtal (Registered)”. It has four handles around the edge along with
- [Item 162](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-162/) - Back to stock page A E Jones copper and silver vases Description A pair of patinated copper and silver vases made by A E Jones, circa 1910.The vases both have their original dark chocolate patina. They have silver banding around the base and three silver flowers to the sides. The silver banding is riveted to
- [Item 339](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-339/) - Back to stock page Alexander Ritchie brass candle sconce Description A large brass candle sconce attributed to Alexander Ritchie, circa 1905.A rather special and, I believe, quite rare piece of metalwork that I am confident comes from the workshops of Alexander Ritchie on Iona. The sconce is quite substantial and has two candle holders. The
- [Item 296](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-296/) - Back to stock page Arts and Crafts silver, opal and moonstone brooch Description An unmarked silver, moonstone and opal brooch in the Arts and Crafts style, date unknown. When I spotted this brooch it reminded me very much of some of the early designs that Charles Robert Ashbee completed for the Guild of Handicraft. It’s
- [Item 297b](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-297b/) - Back to stock page Mary Williams copper twin handled vase Description A repousse copper twin handled vase firmly attributed to a design by Mary Williams, circa 1900. The twin handled vase has incredibly detailed repousse patterns to each side. Either side has a different stylised flower pattern. The gauge of the copper is thinner than
- [News 18](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-18/) - Back to news page The Ickleford Art Industries I have to admit that I had never heard of the Ickleford Art Industries until a few months ago when I stumbled across some further reviews of the Home Arts and Industries Association exhibitions in the early 1900s.For many years a thriving metalworking class and village industry
- [Item 326](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-326/) - Back to stock page Fivemiletown Class letter holder Description A repousse copper letter holder made by the Fivemiletown Class from County Tyrone in Northern Ireland. The Fivemiletown Class was started in the 1890s by Mary Montgomery who was the wife of a wealthy estate owner, Hugh Montgomery. The Class was part of the Home Arts
- [Item 308](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-308/) - Back to stock page Fivemiletown Class copper dish Description A repousse copper dish attributed to the Fivemiletown Class from County Tyrone in Northern Ireland. The Fivemiletown Class was started in the 1890s by Mary Montogomery who was the wife of a wealthy estate owner, Hugh Montgomery. The Class was part of the Home Arts and
- [Item 322](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-322/) - Back to stock page Arts & Crafts copper peacock candle wall sconce Description A repousse copper candle sconce with wooden back plate and three candleholders, circa 1900. This sconce is a bit of a mystery. I generally do not buy pieces unless I know the maker but I bought this sconce because I found it
- [Item 184a](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-184a/) - Back to stock page Newton School large copper twin handled vase Description A large copper twin handled vase by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design attributed to John Williams, circa 1900. Near identical designs appear in the Newton School design archive with identical flowers . The hand drawn designs are unsigned but
- [Item 319](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-319/) - Back to stock page Dryad Metalworks inkstand Description A cast bronze inkstand made by the Dryad Metalworks, circa 1912. A rare, and I suspect, early inkstand by Dryad Metalworks. Harry Peach and William Pick formed the Dryad Metalworks in 1912. William Pick was a former student at the Leicester School of Art and good friends
- [Item 314](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-314/) - Back to stock page G. L Connell silver inkwell Description A silver inkwell made by A E Jones for George Lawrence Connell in 1911. The silver inkwell has a hand planished finish all over. The base sits on six ball feet and the central section is riveted to the base, A hemispherical lid is hinged
- [News 17](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-17/) - Back to news page The Christchurch Class Over the winter I have spent a lot of time researching the Home Arts and Industries Association. I have learned that there were many many classes involved from all across the country. I was also surprised to find a few metalworking classes that I had never come across
- [News 16](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-16/) - Back to news page The continued use of Richard Llewellyn Rathbone designs Richard Llewellyn Rathbone was a talented designer and metalworker from an important Liverpool family. He was related to other well known figures in the Arts and Crafts Movement such as W.A.S. Benson and Harold Rathbone (Del Robbia Pottery) and is known to have
- [Item 43](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-43/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples copper candlesticks Description A pair of copper candlesticks made by the Potteries Cripples Guild, circa 1905.The candlesticks have a hand planished base and sconce and a lovely central stem with three thick copper wires that swirl around the base and sconce. These candlesticks appear in the Potteries Guild
- [Item 285](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-285/) - Back to stock page Newton School brass dish Description A small brass dish made by the Newton School of Metal Workers, circa 1900. This particular design appears in the Newton School design archive . The designer is unknown although it is most likely John Williams. The symmetrical design has exotic birds amongst foliage. The dish
- [Item 115](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-115/) - Back to stock page Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild cigarette box Description A copper and silver cigarette box by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.Quite a simple riveted construction with ball feet and the original cedar wood lining. There is a silver circle in the centre of the lid that was most likely
- [Item 178](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-178/) - Back to stock page Newton School peacock wall light Description A repousse brass wall light made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1920. This particular wall light is a variation of a design by George Tanner for a candle sconce with wrought iron fittings. The original design dates to 1899 but I suspect
- [Item 193](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-193/) - Back to stock page Newton School chestnut roaster Description A copper and iron chestnut roaster by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design by George Tanner, circa 1900. The hand drawn design for the repousse copper chestnut roaster is in the Newton School design archive. It is signed by George Tanner and dated
- [Item 312](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-312/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples copper picture frame Description A repousse copper photograph frame set with a ceramic roundel and made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples between 1904 and 1907. The frame has lovely repousse work very much in the Glasgow Style and typical of the work of the Potteries Guild at
- [Item 297d](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-297d/) - Back to stock page Mary Williams copper tea pot stand Description A small repousse copper tea pot stand firmly attributed to a design by Mary Williams, circa 1900. The tea pot stand has an interlacing pattern of heart shaped leaves around a central flower and has a distinctly Celtic feel. The stand sits on raised
- [Item 268a](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-268a/) - Back to stock page Newton School brass dish Description A small brass dish made by the Newton School of Metal Workers, circa 1900. This particular design appears in the Newton School design archive . The designer is almost certainly John Williams. The symmetrical design has Williams’ characteristic dotted broad leaves. The dish has a decorative
- [Item 297c](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-297c/) - Back to stock page Mary Williams set of three copper jardinieres Description A really nice set of three repousse copper jardineres firmly attributed to a design by Mary Williams, circa 1900. The three jardineres are each decorated on all six sides with a near identical repousse flower pattern. The repousse work is of the highest
- [News 15](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-15/) - Back to news page The work of designer and metalworker, Mary Williams (1869-1951) A recent auction acquisition took an unexpected twist at the end of 2022. I purchased what I thought were several stunning items in repousse copper by the Fivemiletown Class from Ireland. The work of the Class is quite distinctive so I was
- [Item 294](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-294/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper and horn lantern Description A copper candle lantern with wooden handle and horn screens made by the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1910. I was delighted to find this lantern in such original condition. It appears in an image of the Newton School exhibition stand at the
- [Item 187](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-187/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper motto dish Description A copper dish or tray with repousse foliate pattern and motto made by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design attributed to John Williams, circa 1900. A variation of this particular design appears in the Newton School design archive. The hand drawn design
- [Item 271](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-271/) - Back to stock page Hukin and Heath silver napkin ring Description A silver napkin ring by Hukin and Heath, hallmarked for 1901. I found this napkin ring fascinating. The Art Nouveau swirling ivy design is very reminiscent of Kate Harris’s iconic ivy designs for William Hutton and Sons from around the same period. I have
- [Item 207](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-207/) - Back to stock page Newton School copper tray Description A large copper tray with repousse tudor roses pattern made by the Newton School of Metal Workers from a design attributed to John Williams, circa 1900. This particular design appears in the Newton School design archive . The hand drawn design is unsigned but from the
- [News 14](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-14/) - Back to news page Alfred Hughes - Forgotten Master Craftsman Although this story is primarily about a forgotten art metalworker, Alfred Hughes, it really has to begin with Richard Llewellyn Rathbone (1864-1939). Rathbone was a designer and metalworker of great renown. His father was a Liverpool merchant but the family had excellent connections into the
- [Item 165](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-165/) - Back to stock page Francis Cargeeg copper dish Description A hand planished copper bowl made by Francis Cargeeg, circa 1940. A lovely example of Francis Cargeeg’s work with his distinctive, very exact and perfectly aligned hand hammering which displays beautifully. The bowl is marked with Cargeeg’s “treskele”, an etched and engraved trademark along with a
- [Item 289](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-289/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle copper fire kerb Description An early and important copper fire kerb by Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1900. In 1899 an article about the Spittle brothers appeared in a periodical called The Artist. It stated that “everything that Mr Norman Spittle and his brother sell is from
- [Item 37](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-37/) - Back to stock page Gordon Russell brass bowl Description A stunning brass bowl by Gordon Russell for his Lygon metalwork range, circa 1920.The large bowl has a repeating repousse design of fish to the sides with a rope twist rim. The bowl sits on three hemispherical bun feet with rope twist edges.The bowl is marked
- [Item 274](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-274/) - Back to stock page Jesson, Birkett & Co wall light Description A bronze wall light made by Jesson, Birkett & Co, circa 1905. The bronze wall light has a lovely cast nouveau pattern with a hand planished finish. The wall light was found in very original condition and does not look to have been touched
- [Item 8](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-8/) - Back to stock page Dryad Metal Works bronze vase Description A hand planished bronze bowl made by the Dryad Metal Works, circa 1920.A typically well made vase by the Dryad Works stamped with Dryad Lester and the design number, 273.This vase appears appears in a poster for the Dryad Works stand at the Ideal Home
- [Item 270](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-270/) - Back to stock page C.F.A Voysey designed inkwell Description A brass inkwell designed by C.F.A. Voysey and attributed to Jesson, Birkett & Co, circa 1905. This inkwell was designed by Charles Francis Annesley Voysey around 1900 and a double version of this particular design was exhibited at the Annual Arts and Crafts Exhibition in 1903.
- [Item 131](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-131/) - Back to stock page A E Jones copper and abalone cigarette box Description A copper and abalone cigarette box attributed to A E Jones, Circa 1920.The cigarette box is very similar to other cigarette boxes made by A E Jones with riveted construction and a cedar wood lining. The box is definitely later and is
- [Item 253](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-253/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver plated candlesticks Description A pair of silver plated candlesticks with oak twist stems made by A E Jones Ltd, circa 1910. This is a well know design by A E Jones Ltd and both candlesticks are marked inside the top candle holder with the design number “1723”.
- [Item 123](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-123/) - Back to stock page John H. Green pewter candlesticks Description A well made pair of pewter candlesticks attributed to John. H. Green, circa 1925.The candlesticks are hand planished with very subtle chased decoration on the bases and candleholders. The underside of the candlesticks are stamped with a JHG monogram.This piece, and others, are currently being
- [Item 278](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-278/) - Back to stock page Yattendon School copper candle sconce Description A copper candle sconce made by the Yattendon School. The Yattendon Schools main designer, Elizabeth Waterhouse, frequently used designs from nature and this sconce is no exception. The back of the sconce has a lovely symmetrical flower design in repousse. The base section has a
- [Item 156](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-156/) - Back to stock page Newton School of Metal Workers bellows Description A set of copper and wood fireside bellows made by the Newton School of Metal Workers, circa 1900.One side of the bellows has a repousse design of a robin on branches. On the other side the bellows have carved decoration around the air in
- [Item 154](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-154/) - Back to stock page Newton School of Metalworkers copper mirror Description A copper mirror designed by Mary Williams and made by the Newton School of Metal Workers in 1907. The mirror has a lovely repousse design of leaves and fruits against a hammered finish background. It is dated 1907 at the top. The mirror has
- [Item 160](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-160/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples copper tray Description A copper tray with repousse heart decoration made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples, circa 1905.Designs at this time were from Mabel R Newey along with her father, and renowned local artist, Harry Foster Newey. They were more in keeping with the Glasgow Style
- [Item 169](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-169/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples copper charger Description The second of these chargers I have been lucky enough to find.A copper charger or plaque with repousse decoration made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples, circa 1905. This design of repousse flowers and leaves around the edge was used quite commonly by the
- [Item 213](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-213/) - Back to stock page J & F Pool copper chocolate pot Description A copper coffee or chocolate pot by J & F Pool of Hayle, circa 1905. The work of J & F Pool is very distinctive and their planishing marks are instantly recognisable. This short pot with hinged lid was likely used for hot
- [Item 263](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-263/) - Back to stock page A copper tray by Dorothy (Dorothea) Hager Description A very rare pierced and repousse copper tray made by Dorothy (Dorothea) Hager, circa 1901. The contribution of Dorothy (Dorothea) Hager to the Arts and Crafts Movement has been sadly forgotten over time. This piece was likely made around the time that she
- [Item 26](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-26/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples copper bowl Description A large copper bowl with repousse decoration made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples, circa 1905. This design of repousse flowers and leaves around the edge was used quite commonly by the Guild. A plaque with the same design can be seen in the Potteries
- [News 13](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-13/) - Back to news page The forgotten contribution of Dorothy (Dorothea) Hager Finding a copper tray by a Miss D. Hager has given me a opportunity to write about a number of things. The first is to give a piece back its full history which is what it’s all about for me. The second is to
- [Item 185](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-185/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples copper dish Description A small hand hammered copper dish set with three dark green ceramic roundels made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples, circa 1905. This design was used frequently by the Guild around this time and dishes in various metals were made in different sizes, all set
- [Item 238](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-238/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle Pewtal jewel box Description An unusual jewel box in “Pewtal” attributed to Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1905.The box has a hammered finish and is unexpectedly light in the hand. The underside is stamped “Pewtal (Registered)”. The lid has a ceramic roundel fitted which is most likely
- [Item 254](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-254/) - Back to stock page Jesson, Birkett & Co copper inkstand Description A copper inkstand made by Jesson, Birkett & Co, circa 1905. This well known design by Jesson, Birkett & Co also appeared in their catalogue. Design “R 682A” is quite simple with riveted construction and a planished lid. It would originally have had a
- [Item 27](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-27/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver caddy spoon Description A silver caddy spoon made by A E Jones Ltd in 1992.The caddy spoon was made almost at the end of the firms existence but it is still very much in the early Arts and Crafts style. The design of this caddy spoon is
- [Item 157](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-157/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated inkwell Description A silver plated inkwell made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.The inkwell is shown in the D.S.C.G. showroom catalogue (No.190a), circa 1910. It is described as a silvered copper inkstand. To my mind this is one of the more successful designs by the
- [Item 170](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-170/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle brooch Description A white metal brooch set with Ruskin Pottery roundel made by Norman and Ernest Spittle in 1902. The brooch is most likely made of a pewter and aluminium alloy frequently used and patented by the Spittle brothers – Pewtal. The brooch is marked with “Guild
- [Item 2](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-2/) - Back to stock page A E Jones bronze caddy spoon Description A bronze caddy spoon made by A E Jones Ltd.The caddy spoon has a cast handle with a broad leaf design almost certainly by Bernard Cuzner. The bowl is hand planished.This piece is hard to date but is most likely post 1940 as it
- [Item 121](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-121/) - Back to stock page Southwold School of Industrial Arts spinning chair Description A carved spinning chair attributed to the Southwold School of Industrial Arts, circa 1895. A chair of very similar design was exhibited at the Home Arts and Industries Association by the Southwold School in 1895. It was illustrated in The Studio, Vol 5,
- [Item 251](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-251/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle charger Description A rare full size copper charger by Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1905.At 20″ in diameter this is the largest size of charger made by the firm and it showcases their capability in terms of both design and craftsmanship. The charger has a symmetrical floral
- [Item 252](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-252/) - Back to stock page Francis Cooper silver spoon Description A rare silver spoon made by Francis Cooper in 1946. Francis Cooper (1906 to 1980) was the son of the famous architect, designer and metalworker, John Paul Cooper (1869 – 1933). Francis trained and worked at his father’s workshops between 1924 and 1933. He became an
- [Item 112](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-112/) - Back to stock page Artificers' Guild silver plated bowl Description A silver plate on copper bowl designed by Edward Spencer for the Artificers’ Guild, circa 1920.The hand planished bowl is most likely a salt. It is richly decorated with a floral patterned band to the rim along with typical fine wirework and chasing details typical
- [Item 245](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-245/) - Back to stock page Liberty & Co firescreen Description A copper firescreen attributed to Liberty & Co and possibly made by the Fivemiletown Class in Ireland, circa 1900.When I first bought this repousse copper firescreen I was pretty sure it had been made by the Fivemiletown Class from County Tyrone in Ireland. The design is
- [Item 159](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-159/) - Back to stock page Newton School of Metal Work copper charger Description A copper charger with repousse decoration and motto attributed to the Newton School of Metal Work, circa 1910.A very well worked charger with repousse decoration and scalloped edge. The centre is decorated with a design of poppies and leaves. The motto is actually
- [Item 40](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-40/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated hot water jug Description A silver plated hot water jug made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.The jug is richly decorated and is most likely a copy of an 18th century Georgian coffee pot. The Guild frequently copied or adapted designs from the past and
- [News 12](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-12/) - Back to news page Important Art Fittings Limited finds The link between Norman and Ernest Spittle from Birmingham in England and Art Fittings Limited based in London is well established. Art Fittings Limited was the London showroom for the Spittle Brothers.When Gustav Stickley visited England in 1903 he visited the Art Fittings Limited showroom and
- [News 11](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-11/) - Back to news page Rare set of door handles designed by R. Ll. Rathbone Richard Llewellyn Rathbone came from an important and very well connected Liverpool family. His cousin Harold ran the Del Robbia Pottery and he was also related to the well known metalwork producer, W.A.S. Benson. After graduating from Cambridge University he trained
- [Item 233](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-233/) - Back to stock page J & F Pool copper letter rack Description A copper letter rack made by J & F Pool from Hayle in Cornwall around 1910. The work of J & F Pool is very distinctive thanks to their Art Nouveau Glasgow style motifs and their hammered finish. Very nicely made and with
- [Item 229](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-229/) - Back to stock page Norman & Ernest Spittle copper tray Description A copper ash tray made by Norman & Ernest Spittle, circa 1900. I previously sold a piece of the same design marked for Art Fittings Limited and made from N & E Spittle’s registered alloy, Pewtal. The hammered copper dish with folded edge is
- [Item 143](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-143/) - Back to stock page Francis Cargeeg copper mirror Description A hand worked circular copper mirror with typical celtic influenced design, made by Francis Cargeeg, circa 1940. The mirror is marked with Cargeeg’s “treskele”, an etched and engraved trademark. There is a small catch attached to the back to enable this charger to be hung on
- [Item 67](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-67/) - Back to stock page Philip Frederick Alexander copper charger Description An intricate and well made repousse copper charger made by Philip Frederick Alexander, circa 1910.Philip Frederick Alexander was an interesting character. He was a teacher, book editor and silversmith at various points in his life. He was based in Walberswick near Southwold in Suffolk. He
- [Item 58](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-58/) - Back to stock page Francis Cargeeg copper bowl Description A hand planished copper bowl made by Francis Cargeeg, circa 1940.A lovely example of Francis Cargeeg’s work with his distinctive, very exact and perfectly aligned hand hammering which displays beautifully.The bowl is marked with Cargeeg’s “treskele”, an etched and engraved trademark. There is a small catch
- [Item 155](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-155/) - Back to stock page Newton School of Metal Workers copper motto mirror Description A copper mirror by the Newton School of Metal Workers, circa 1920. A stunning repousse copper mirror by the lesser known Newton School. This particular mirror is made by Albert Prime who started out as a worker at the night school and
- [Item 211](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-211/) - Back to stock page Bernard Cuzner silver serving spoon Description A large silver silver spoon made by Bernard Cuzner in 1920. A very large and heavy serving spoon made by one of my favourite makers. The design used on the end of the handle has geometric patterns similar to those used by Cuzner at this
- [Item 196](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-196/) - Back to stock page C.F.A. Voysey designed inkwell Description A brass inkwell designed by C.F.A. Voysey and made by Jesson, Birkett & Co in 1904. This inkwell was designed by Charles Francis Annesley Voysey around 1900 and this particular design was exhibited at the Annual Arts and Crafts Exhibition in 1903. The inkwell exhibited was
- [News 10](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-10/) - Back to news page Two important Voysey Designs Charles Francis Annesley Voysey (1857 to 1941) has always been one of my favourite designers of the Arts and Crafts period. He was primarily an architect and I was fortunate enough to live close to some of his houses in Buckinghamshire including his own home, The Orchard,
- [News 9](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-9/) - Back to news page John Paul Cooper necklace Like many antiques collectors and dealers I spend a lot of my time searching through on line auction sites looking for the “emerald in a mountain of coal”. On this occasion a silver necklace caught my eye and looked strangely familiar. Some quick research suggested I may be
- [Item 7](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-7/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples copper tray Description A large copper tray with repousse decoration and ceramic roundels made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples, circa 1905. This large piece is very much in the Arts and Crafts style. This design of tray is shown in the Potteries Guild of Cripples showroom catalogue
- [Item 63](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-63/) - Back to stock page Bernard Cuzner silver belt buckle with Ruskin Description A small silver belt buckle set with a Ruskin ceramic roundel by Bernard Cuzner. Fully hallmarked for Bernard Cuzner, Birmingham, 1904. Cuzner registered his own makers mark in 1902 making this an early and rare example of his work. Examples of similar buckles
- [Item 56](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-56/) - Back to stock page A E Jones bronze and silver clock Description A bronze and silver clock made by A E Jones, circa 1910.The clock is made from planished and patinated bronze decorated silver banding applied with rivets, typical of that used on A E Jones mixed metal pieces. The four silver legs have paw
- [Item 134](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-134/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle copper tray Description A copper tray by Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1905. The hand beaten tray, or salver, is made from a heavy gauge of copper . The design is identical to one shown in the Norman and Ernest Spittle and Art Fittings Limited catalogues produced
- [Item 48](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-48/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples glove box Description A silver plated glove box made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples, circa 1905.This long box is designed to hold ladies evening gloves. It has a hand planished finish and riveted joints, very much in the Arts and Crafts style. The top of the
- [Item 148](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-148/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle pewter plate Description A pewter plate attributed to Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1905.Purchased from the Netherlands, this is an unusual piece but I am quite confident that it is made by Norman and Ernest Spittle. The plate appears to be made of a heavy gauge of
- [Item 97 - J & F Pool copper jug](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-97-j-f-pool-copper-jug/) - Back to stock page J & F Pool copper jug Description A copper hot water jug attributed to J & F Pool of Hayle, circa 1910.Most likely a hot water jug, the body is a square section which tapers towards to the top. The sides and front are decorated with a repousse design.J & F
- [Item 128](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-128/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle Pewtal ash tray Description An unusual ash tray in “Pewtal” attributed to Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1905. The ash tray has a hammered finish and is unexpectedly light in the hand. The underside is stamped “Art Fittings Ltd, London” and “Pewtal (Registered)”. My research on the
- [Item 44](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-44/) - Back to stock page Herbert Dyer copper dish Description A copper dish with repousse design by Herbert Dyer, circa 1930.Herbert Dyer worked in the Cornish fishing village of Mousehole producing copper work very much in the style of the nearby Newlyn School. He worked alone in his workshop in Mousehole so output was low and
- [Item 163](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-163/) - Back to stock page Yattendon School copper vase Description A large two handled copper vase made by the Yattendon School, circa 1900.This is a well known design by Elizabeth Waterhouse with a superb repousse pattern of abstract flowers. The design featured in the Home Arts and Industries Exhibition of 1899 and was illustrated in The
- [Item 164](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-164/) - Back to stock page Yattendon School copper vase Description A two handled copper vase made by the Yattendon School, circa 1900. This is a known design by the Yattendon School with a repousse pattern of abstract flowers. The design featured in the Home Arts and Industries Exhibition of 1896 and was illustrated in The Studio
- [Item 72](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-72/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver plated tea caddy Description A very attractive silver plated tea caddy attributed to A E Jones for Simplex Conduits Ltd, circa 1910.The planished caddy has a nice shape and is very tactile. It is decorated with applied decorated silver bands and rosettes typical of designs by A
- [Item 161](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-161/) - Back to stock page Alexander Ritchie copper pipe rack Description A copper pipe rack by Alexander Ritchie, circa 1907. Quite an unusual piece designed by Alexander Ritchie. Copper items by Ritchie are less common than brass and the design is quite naive. I am not sure I would have recognised this as a piece by
- [Item 45](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-45/) - Back to stock page Doulton pot with silver D.S.C.G. lid Description An extremely rare Royal Doulton Flambe pot with a silver lid made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild in 1910.The Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild had many links with the Potteries. Bernard Moore was one of the original directors, William Moorcroft frequently visited
- [News 7](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-7/) - Back to news page Newton School of Metalworkers The existence of the Newton School of Metalwork is well documented, primarily thanks to the exhibits in the annual Home Arts and Industries Exhibitions in the late 1890’s and the link with the former Guild of Handicraft member, John Williams. However, there is very little written about
- [News 8](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-8/) - Back to news page Newton School of Metalwork Designers John WilliamsThe influence of John Williams on the designs of the Newton School of metalwork in Cambridgeshire is reasonably well documented. However, the purchase of some rare, marked, pieces by the School has helped discover two other designers that also played a part.John Williams was one
- [Item 22](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-22/) - Back to stock page Bernard Cuzner silver belt buckle Description A very nicely made silver belt buckle attributed to Bernard Cuzner and A.H. Jones, circa 1905. The buckle is not hallmarked but tests positively as silver. The peacock was a favourite motif of the Arts & Crafts movement and this is a wonderful example. The attribution
- [Item 106](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-106/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver buckle set with amethysts Description A silver buckle set with amethysts made by A E Jones in 1908.The buckle is an early and rare design by Jones. The use of amethysts at this time is quite unusual. As expected, both pieces of the buckle are hallmarked for
- [Item 102](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-102/) - Back to stock page Keswick School of Industrial Arts tea caddy Description An early silver plate on copper tea caddy made by the Keswick School of Industrial Arts, circa 1890.The tea caddy is decorated in a very classical style with birds, plants and figures. The repousse work is exceptional. A sold silver version of this
- [Item 64](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-64/) - Back to stock page Faulkner Bronze Co copper charger Description A very rare copper charger made by either the Faulkner Bronze Co or Jesson, Birkett & Co, between 1901 and 1910.The charger has an attractive repousse design with a central peacock in a woodland setting and a border with a repeating floral motif.A picture of
- [Item 23](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-23/) - Back to stock page Potteries Guild of Cripples copper charger Description A copper charger or plaque with repousse decoration made by the Potteries Guild of Cripples, circa 1905. This design of repousse flowers and leaves around the edge was used quite commonly by the Guild and I suspect it was one of their more successful designs.
- [Item 28](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-28/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. copper and silver plated hand chased bowl Description A stunning large copper bowl made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.The copper bowl is chased around the sides with a fruiting tree design and the inside of the bowl is silver plated. The underside of the bowl has
- [Item 122](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-122/) - Back to stock page Alexander Ritchie brass dish Description A heptagonal brass dish by Alexander Ritchie, circa 1910.I’m very grateful to the Alexander Ritchie tribute website for providing a great resource. A very similar brass dish, albeit hexagonal, is shown under the brassware section. It states that this design was definitely by the Iona School
- [Item 101](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-101/) - Back to stock page Richard Llewellyn Rathbone silver pill box Description An exceptionally rare silver pill box made by Richard Llewellyn Rathbone in 1932.The lid of the pill box has a repousse design of a bowl of flowers. The bottom edge of the box has a very delicate twisted wirework rim. The box and lid are
- [Item 62](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-62/) - Back to stock page Bernard Cuzner silver spoon Description A lovely Bernard Cuzner silver tea spoon set with a green stone which is possibly Amazonite. This later spoon by Bernard Cuzner is incredibly well made with very fine detailing. The spoon is fully hallmarked for Bernard Cuzner, Birmingham, 1923. Details Dimensions: 4 1/2″ long
- [Item 135](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-135/) - Back to stock page Florence Stern silver spoon Description A rare silver spoon by Florence Stern made in 1908.Florence Stern (1868-1952) was both a sculptor and silversmith. Born in Birmingham, she was the daughter of German parents. Florence studied at the Birmingham Municipal School or Art in the 1890’s. At the time the school was
- [Item 94](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-94/) - Back to stock page Yattendon School copper charger Description A rare copper charger made by the Yattendon School, circa 1895.The charger has a flowering fruits pattern typical of designs by Elizabeth Waterhouse and the hand hammering has the distinctive Yattendon pattern. The back has a typical pen signature and design number. Unfortunately the signature can’t
- [Item 17](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-17/) - Back to stock page Yattendon copper goblet Description A copper goblet made around 1901 by the Yattendon School in Berkshire. This particular design of goblet was exhibited in the 1901 annual Home Arts & Industries exhibition. It was subsequently illustrated in The Studio 1901, Volume 23, page 107. Like many of the Yattendon School pieces, this rare
- [News 6](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-6/) - Back to News page Belt by the Barnstaple Guild of Metalworkers The arrival of a copper belt buckle, which I am attributing to the Barnstaple Guild of Metalworkers, sparked some interesting research into this lesser known organisation. I was very surprised at the lack of information about the Guild! The belt in question is attributed to the
- [Items 50 and 51](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/items-50-and-51/) - back to stock page Yattendon School copper tankards Description A pair of near matching size copper tankards by the Yattendon School, Berkshire. The repousse work is very typical of the Yattendon School and the hand planished finish is very distinctive.One of the designs appeared in the Home Arts & Industries exhibition in 1896. It was
- [Item 136](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-136/) - Back to stock page Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild copper buttons Description Two copper buttons with ceramic roundels by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.The copper buttons are hand planished and have ceramic blue and green roundels. The ceramic roundels look very much like Ruskin Pottery roundels which were used by many others
- [Item 116](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-116/) - Back to stock page Norman and Ernest Spittle copper charger Description A copper charger attributed to Norman and Ernest Spittle, circa 1900.A copper charger with repousse design of hearts and berries. The design is near identical to one shown in the Norman and Ernest Spittle catalogue produced in 1900. A similar design is also shown
- [Item 110](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-110/) - Back to stock page A E Jones copper and enamel box Description A copper cigarette box with central enamel roundel attributed to A E Jones, circa 1905. This box is in great original condition and very well made. Hand hammered finish with strap work and rivets very much in the style of A E Jones
- [News 5](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-5/) - Back to news page Research on Norman & Ernest Spittle and Gustav Stickley In a previous news article I wrote about the link between Norman and Ernest Spittle, Art Fittings Ltd and Gustav Stickley.The recent purchase of a copper tray by Norman and Ernest Spittle has led to further research highlighting the extent to which
- [News 4](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-4/) - Back to news page Southwold School of Industrial Arts chair Oak spinning chairs are not that uncommon and I have watched many come at go over the years. However I recognised the design of the back of this chair from an image I had seen in The Studio. After a quick search I found the
- [Item 117](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-117/) - Back to stock page Jesson Birkett Co round copper box Description A circular copper box attributed to Jesson, Birkett & Co, circa 1905.The hand planished box sits on four curled feet. The construction is typical of many Jesson, Birkett Co designs of this period with copper strap work and rivets used throughout. The finial on this
- [Item 5](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-5/) - Back to stock page Jesson Birkett & Co copper box Description A cedar wood lined copper cigarette box set with a large Ruskin ceramic roundel attributed to Jesson Birkett & Co, circa 1905. This box is often attributed to Jesson Birkett & Co due to the strap work and riveting which is typical of their designs,
- [Item 49](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-49/) - Back to stock page Richard Llewellyn Rathbone brass inkwell Description A large brass inkwell made by Richard Llewellyn Rathbone in 1903.This is a typical Rathbone inkwell with hand planished lid and a riveted body. Many of these designs were taken on by Jesson Birkett & Co but this one is clearly marked to the base
- [Item 68](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-68/) - Back to stock page Gibbons Art Nouveau copper frog inkwell Description A very attractive inkwell by Gibbons of Wolverhampton. Although primarily a lock maker dating back to 1833, Gibbons also produced some art fittings and this is a lovely example that probably dates to the early 1900s.The lid features a frog sitting on a Lilly
- [Item 96](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-96/) - Back to stock page Dryad Metal Works silver spoon Description A silver spoon made by the Dryad Metal Works in 1932. This is one of a small number of silver spoons made by the Dryad Works and illustrated in their catalogue, circa 1920 (No. 62). The spoon has a winged cherub design to the top.
- [Item 120](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-120/) - Back to stock page C.R. Ashbee silver fruit spoon Description A silver fruit spoon designed by Charles Robert Ashbee and made in 1898.An incredibly well worked silver spoon by Ashbee. The detailed leaf and berry pattern on the bowl is very delicately worked. The ornate handle includes twisted silver wires which seamlessly join the bowl
- [News 3](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-3/) - Back to news page A rare fruit spoon by C.R. Ashbee Every now and again something very special comes along. When I spotted this spoon I knew immediately that it was an early design by Charles Robert Ashbee.Ashbee was a leading figure in the Arts & Crafts movement. He was an architect, designer, silversmith and
- [Item 118](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-118/) - Back to stock page Arthur W. Simpson oak stationery cabinet Description A stunning oak stationery cabinet attributed to Arthur W. Simpson of Kendal, circa 1905.The whole cabinet is made of quarter sawn oak. It has two small drawers which swing open to reveal two compartments. One compartment is for storing small stationery items and has
- [News 2](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-2/) - Back to news page Three great makers.. Sometimes you come across pieces that demonstrate the close links between the best known Arts and Crafts designers and makers. This beautifully crafted stationery cabinet is a great example of how the best all worked together.The stationery cabinet is attributed to Arthur W. Simpson. Simpson was born in 1857 in
- [News 1](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/news-1/) - Back to news page Charger with link to Gustav Stickley In January of 1903 Gustav Stickley visited London with a view to returning to America and holding an Arts & Crafts exhibition. He flew on to London from Paris where he had visited Siegfried Bing and Rene Lalique. His aim was to travel to Europe
- [Item 84](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-84/) - Back to stock page Yattendon School copper peacock sconce Description A stunning copper candle sconce by the Yattendon School, circa 1900.The sconce is decorated with a repousse peacock design which was a favoured motif of the Arts & Crafts movement. Most of the designs from the Yattendon School were completed by Elizabeth Waterhouse or other
- [Item 103](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-103/) - Back to stock page Francis Cargeeg copper tray Description A copper tray by Francis Cargeeg, circa 1940.This large tray has Francis Cargeeg’s distinctive hand planishing and brass Celtic swirls. Details Dimensions: 25″ long by 9″ wideCondition: GoodPrice: Sold Enquire Instagram Pinterest
- [Item 47](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-47/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver casket Description A rare silver box with repousse decoration made by A E Jones in 1912.The box has repousse decoration on all sides with typical Arts & Crafts motifs such as the galleon in full sail and the rising sun. Bernard Cuzner worked with A E Jones
- [Item 24](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-24/) - Back to stock page Yattendon School copper hot water jug Description A large copper hot water jug made by the Yattendon School, circa 1900.This is a well known design by Elizabeth Waterhouse with a flowing repousse pattern of trees or bushes. The design featured in the Home Arts and Industries Exhibition of 1901 and was
- [Item 86](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-86/) - Back to stock page A E Jones silver cloak case with Ruskins Description An early silver cloak clasp by A E Jones set with two Ruskin ceramic roundels. The clasp is fully hallmarked for A E Jones, Birmingham, 1904. It is well documented that Jones knew Howson Taylor of Ruskin Pottery and the early pieces
- [Item 70](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-70/) - Back to stock page A E Jones copper and fumed oak candlestick Description A stunning copper and fumed oak candlestick by A E Jones, circa 1905. The copper is hand planished with lovely repousse work to the base. Both the base and candle sconce are secured with copper rivets. A picture of the design drawing
- [Item 15](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-15/) - Back to stock page Ruskin Pottery inkwell Description An early Ruskin Pottery inkwell with later silver plated lid, circa 1905.The inkwell has a typical Ruskin flambe glaze. This particular design of inkwell was patented in 1901 and the base of the inkwell is marked “Patent” along with an indistinct early WHT makers mark for William
- [Item 91](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-91/) - Back to stock page A E Jones copper and silver clock Description A very attractive copper and silver clock made by A E Jones, circa 1910.The clock has a hand planished domed top and a sheet copper body with copper rivets. It has a nice dark brown patina which is almost certainly original. To the
- [Item 13](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-13/) - Back to stock page Wayfarers Love by the Potteries Guild of Cripples Description The Wayfarer’s Live published by the Potteries Guild of Cripples in 1904.In January of 1904 Millicent Sutherland was the subject of an article in the Pall Mall Magazine. In the article she spoke about a forthcoming book of original verse and stated
- [Item 42](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-42/) - Back to stock page D.S.C.G. silver plated bowl Description A silver plated bowl made by the Duchess of Sutherland Cripples Guild, circa 1910.Most likely a rose bowl, the sides are chased with a fruiting vine pattern that is commonly used by the D.S.C.G. A sugar bowl shown in the showroom catalogue, circa 1910, is shown
- [Item 92](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-92/) - Back to stock page Francis Cargeeg copper charger Description A large hand planished copper charger with typical celtic influenced design, made by Francis Cargeeg, circa 1940.The charger is marked with Cargeeg’s “treskele”, an etched and engraved trademark. There is a small catch attached to the back to enable this charger to be hung on a
- [Item 71](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-71/) - Back to stock page Francis Cargeeg copper charger Description A large hand planished copper charger with typical celtic influenced design, made by Francis Cargeeg, circa 1940.The charger is not marked with Cargeeg’s “treskele”, an etched and engraved trademark, but a very similar design is in the collection of the National Trust at Lanhydrock House, link
- [Item 74](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-74/) - Back to stock page Francis Cargeeg copper and brass bowls Description Two copper and brass bowls made by Francis Cargeeg, circa 1940. Simpler in design to the more elaborate chargers, the bowls still have the very distinctive concentric hand planishing and are decorated with Celtic influenced brass swirls.The bowls are unmarked but an ashtray by Francis
- [Item 25](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-25/) - Back to stock page Artificers' Guild silver and wood pepper Description A silver and wood pepper made by the Artificers’ Guild in 1926.The pepper is made from turned wood with silver mounts and a silver lid. It was once part of a cruet set that would have included a salt and a mustard pot. An
- [Item 46](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-46/) - back to stock page Artificers Guild copper and silver biscuit barrel Description A copper and silver tea caddy or biscuit barrel attributed to the Artificers Guild, circa 1910. The body and lid of the biscuit barrel are both hand planished with ornate silver banding around the edges of the lid. The finial on the lid is
- [Item 65](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-65/) - Back to stock page Francis Cargeeg copper bowls Description Two small copper and brass bowls made by Francis Cargeeg, circa 1940.The bowls are hand planished and mounted with four brass celtic influenced swirls. This is a well known design by Francis Cargeeg and an ashtray with the same brass swirls is currently in the collection
- [Item 16](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-16/) - Back to stock page Barnstaple Guild copper sconce back Description A copper sconce back attributed to the Barnstaple Guild of Metalworkers. The sconce has a lovely repousse design and the motto “Lucem Spero” which translates to “I hope for light”. This was most likely attached to a wooden candle sconce at some point in the
- [Item 88](https://hammerandhand.co.uk/item-88/) - Back to stock page Omar Ramsden silver coffee spoon Description A small silver coffee spoon with simple twist decoration made by the ever popular maker, Omar Ramsden. The spoon is quite a heavy gauge and the bowl has a very nice hand planished finish. Fully hallmarked for Omar Ramsden, London, 1934. Details Dimensions: 3

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