{"product_id":"lion-paw-foot-biscuit-barrel","title":"Lion Paw Foot Biscuit Barrel","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn English silver-plated biscuit barrel with a cylindrical body, domed cover and urn-shaped finial, raised on a circular base with sculptural paw feet. Delicate bands of floral and foliate ornament encircle the body and lid, framing a vacant circular cartouche embellished with scrolling flourishes. The restrained shape allows the intricate surface decoration to stand out, while the animal feet lend a particularly charming detail at the base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBearing the reported mark of the \u003cstrong\u003eAlexander Clark Company of London\u003c\/strong\u003e, this piece belongs to the tradition of decorative silver tableware made for serving and entertaining. The firm, \u003cstrong\u003eestablished around 1891\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced both silver and electroplate, including its documented Welbeck silverplate line. A handsome addition to an afternoon tea arrangement or dining-room sideboard, the barrel remains decorative between gatherings, with its fitted cover completing the architectural silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eEngland; Alexander Clark Company, London. Late 19th century - early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver-plated metal; reported A1 quality mark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\" W x 9\" H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visible surface scratches, tarnish and patchy discoloration, particularly around the base, rims and cover. Base repair present with soldering marks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"England, 19th c.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44470413328471,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/3505\/3399\/files\/CBBFC13B-DD1F-4528-938D-2A8F9B95B9FC.jpg?v=1792094906","url":"https:\/\/gladysavenue.com\/products\/lion-paw-foot-biscuit-barrel","provider":"Gladys Avenue","version":"1.0","type":"link"}