{"product_id":"lion-mask-silver-on-copper-biscuit-barrel","title":"Lion Mask Silver on Copper Biscuit Barrel","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSold as presented; to be candled by \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/salvagebohemia.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSalvage Bohemia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eApprox. 60 oz wax pour • $2.30 per oz\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA substantial English \u003cb\u003esilver-plated-on-copper biscuit barrel\u003c\/b\u003e, beautifully detailed with lion-mask ring handles, bold gadrooned borders and its original raised serving stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe cylindrical body is framed above and below by deeply molded bands of repeating gadroons, giving the piece an almost architectural quality. At either side, sculptural \u003cb\u003elion masks hold loose ring handles\u003c\/b\u003e, a classical detail that adds just enough ornament against the otherwise polished body. The fitted lid is crowned with a small foliate finial, while a fine rope-like border finishes the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe barrel rests on its original oval silver-plated stand, edged in coordinating molded decoration and raised on four wonderfully detailed \u003cb\u003efoliate feet\u003c\/b\u003e. Together, the barrel and stand have the presence of formal English tableware while remaining wonderfully useful in scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe underside is stamped \u003cb\u003e“Silver on Copper” and “Made in England.”\u003c\/b\u003e Originally intended as a \u003cb\u003ebiscuit barrel or covered table box\u003c\/b\u003e, the form translates beautifully into a substantial candle vessel. Once filled, the smooth cylindrical interior provides a generous wax surface while all of the exterior ornament remains visible. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Style it on a dining table, library table, kitchen island or mantel with antique books, transferware, brass candlesticks or other old silver. After the candle is finished, the barrel can return to life as a decorative covered box, biscuit container or tabletop piece, with the original lid and stand kept together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e England, Late 19th century to early 20th century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Silver plate on copper\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good antique condition with some loss to silver plate from consistent shining during upkeep.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"England, 19th c.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44402471075927,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/3505\/3399\/files\/B50A99102.jpg?v=1791003775","url":"https:\/\/gladysavenue.com\/products\/lion-mask-silver-on-copper-biscuit-barrel","provider":"Gladys Avenue","version":"1.0","type":"link"}