Electroplate Collection

White Star Line, Mappin and Webb chocolate pot
White Star Line, Mappin and Webb electroplate chocolate pot marked with home flag and named to base. 5ins

White Star Line - Elkington sauce tureen
White Star Line - electroplate sauce tureen, Elkington and Co with engraved logo. 6.5 inches

Elkington & Co. Manufacture, Royal Visit 1874
Royal visit by Prince and Princess of Wales (later King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra) to Elkington factory in Birmingham, where electro and silver plating where made. Date: 1874

Royal visit by Prince and Princess of Wales (later King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra) to Elkington factory in Birmingham, where electro and silver plating where made. Date: 1874

Advert for Mappin & Brothers cutlery 1891
Advertisement for Mappin & Brothers, showing the exterior of the factory in Sheffield, where you can buy your cutlery at the manufactures direct or have it repaired, replated and re-bladed ect. 1891

Vase, c. 1890-1930 (glazed earthenware & electroplated nickel)
3084441 Vase, c.1890-1930 (glazed earthenware & electroplated nickel) by German School; height: 23 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

A W. M. F. electroplated bronze sculptural flower holder, designed by Franz von Stuck
985547 A W.M.F. electroplated bronze sculptural flower holder, designed by Franz von Stuck, modelled as a winged youth standing on a tortoise, holding aloft a nautilus shell

A Hukin & Heath electroplated Tantalus with ebonised bar handle, 1879
1764769 A Hukin & Heath electroplated Tantalus with ebonised bar handle, 1879 by Dresser, Christopher (1834-1904); 28 high cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Elkington & Co, Electro-Plate Works, Birmingham 1844 Elkington & Co
Scenes from Elkington & Co, Electro-Plate Works, Birmingham, woman worker, burnishing. Date: 1844

Elkingtons Electro-plate Factory, Birmingham 1844
The silver deposit room at Elkingtons Electro-plate Factory, Birmingham. The objects to be plated are connected to an electrical cable (routed across the ceiling)

Source Size = 3764 x 3336
Buildings and Industries of Sheffield: Buffing Electroplate at Messrs. Martin, Hall, and Co.s Works

Charles Christofle (1805-1863) French silversmith and founder of the largest firm of electroplate manufacturers in France. Engraving from Les Merveilles de la Science by Louis Figuier (Paris, c1870)

Electroplating, 19th century
Electroplating. Artwork showing an inspection of a workers skill in the technique of electroplating. The electroplated object is being examined

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"Electroplate: A Glimpse into the Glittering World of Victorian Elegance" Step back in time to the opulent era of the White Star Line and indulge in the exquisite craftsmanship of Mappin and Webb's chocolate pot. This stunning piece, adorned with intricate electroplated designs, is a testament to the artistry that once graced our tables. Delve deeper into history as we uncover Elkington & Co. 's sauce tureen, created for none other than the Royal Visit of 1874. The Prince and Princess of Wales marveled at Elkington's Birmingham factory, where silver and electroplating techniques were perfected. It was a momentous occasion that forever elevated electroplating to new heights. Fast forward to 1891 when an advert for Mappin & Brothers cutlery caught society's attention. Their impeccable electroplated creations became synonymous with refined dining experiences, captivating hearts across generations. But it wasn't just tableware that embraced this innovative technique; even vases like glazed earthenware marvels from c. 1890-1930 boasted striking beauty through their nickel-plated exteriors. Venturing beyond traditional forms, Franz von Stuck designed a mesmerizing bronze sculptural flower holder using W. M. F. 's cutting-edge electroplating methods. This masterpiece effortlessly merged artistry with functionality. Witnessing Hukin & Heath's tantalus from 1879 reveals how they harnessed ebonised bar handles alongside electroplating prowess to create timeless pieces that exuded sophistication. Elkington & Co. , established in Birmingham since 1844, has been at the forefront of revolutionizing metalwork through their Electro-Plate Works. Their dedication to perfection has left an indelible mark on history while shaping future trends in decorative arts.