A fine Victorian English silver Creamer & Sugar Bowl made by Edward & John Barnard, 1826

Parcel Gilt Interiors with chased Foliate Patterning

ABOUT THE MAKERS: 

Edward Barnard and Sons was a firm of British silversmiths. They created the Lily font, a large silver gilt baptismal font used in the christening services of members of the British Royal Family.

The company's origins date back to about 1680, when the silversmith Anthony Nelme (d. 1722) established a firm in Ave Maria Lane, London. Edward Barnard (d. 1855) was the first manager and, in 1829, became the proprietor, trading as Edward Barnard & Sons, with his sons Edward Barnard (d. 1868), John Barnard, and William Barnard (d. 1851). In 1838, they moved to Angel Street, London.