Miranda Lance's Top Picks

No. 1

Lot 16: A set of four George III silver candlesticks, John Parsons & Co., Sheffield 1783 | Est. £700-1,000 (+ fees)

"Candlelight transforms any dinner table, and this set of silver candlesticks works well with almost any tablescape."

No. 2

Lot 23: A German silver oval lobed baluster sugar box, maker's mark IZ Over SK Only, 18th century | Est. £300-500 (+ fees)

"Picture serving sugar to your guests from this ornate silver sugar box. Statement pieces such as this one add an extra layer of warmth and interest to your gatherings."

No. 3

Lot 94: A George III silver oval twin handled oval tureen and cover, Paul Storr, London 1802 | Est. £7,000-10,000 (+ fees)

"Tureens are very underrated these days, and I think it's time that changes. They are so versatile - from serving food to making fantastic table centrepieces - I even use tureens as home decor on bookshelves or vignettes when they aren’t being used on the table."

No. 4

Lot 197: A Victorian small silver model of the Warwick Vase, S. Smith & Son, London 1876 | Est. £600-800 (+ fees)

"This piece brought me genuine joy when I first saw it, a true example of craftsmanship with beauty at its heart. Fill it with flowers and let it be the centerpiece of your table."

No. 5

Lot 239: Richard Ginori, Quenelle (Fish Pattern), a porcelain part dinner service, Italy, 20th century | Est. £4,000-6,000 (+ fees)

"Dinner service sets that are both unique and timeless are harder to come by. A perfect table is a balance between elegance and fun, and this set is just that."

No. 6

Lot 297: A silver baluster beer jug, Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd, designed by W. P. Belk, Sheffield 1950 | Est. £500-700 (+ fees)

"A gorgeous item that embodies everything to look for in a ‘forever’ piece—craftsmanship, intention, and lasting function. This silver beer jug is a striking accessory for any table."

No. 7

Lot 316: Baccarat, Recamier, a parcel gilt glass part table service, Lorraine, France, modern | Est. £1,500-2,000 (+ fees)

"Though slightly more modern in origin, this service feels timeless, blending old-world charm with stunning presence."

No. 8

Lot 318: Baccarat, Bretagne, a glass part table service, Lorraine, France, modern | Est. £3,000-5,000 (+ fees)

"This is a wonderful service to elevate everyday dining, and I love that it includes serving pieces to make any meal feel special."

No. 9

Lot 330: A silver table service for twelve place settings, Viner's Ltd., Sheffield 1964, 1966, 1967 and 1968 | Est. £2,500-3,000 (+ fees)

"This cutlery set complements both traditional and modern styles, making it an ideal addition to any thoughtfully curated collection."

No. 10

Lot 334: Herend, Rothschild Bird's Pattern, a porcelain part dinner service, Hungary, second half 20th century | Est. £2,000-3,000 (+ fees)

"The variety of colours on this porcelain dinner service makes it very versatile when pairing with patterned linens or coloured glassware - an important factor when building your tableware collection."

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Auction Details

Auction: 
Tuesday 23 September 2025, 10.30am BST
Dreweatts, Donnington Priory, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2JE

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