A magnificent and decorative folding biscuit box, with wonderful organic references to the natural elements of the “shell shape” as a protective container and the “forest frame” in the form of tree branches with “hoofed feet”, adds to this treasure of design. 

Silver plated biscuit boxes are practical metal containers to keep biscuits and cookies fresh. In the late 19th and early 20th century biscuit boxes were produced in many attractive designs as part of an extensive matching tea and coffee service.  Traditionally these boxes were kept by the fire to warm the biscuits.

The box when opened reveals a splendid two compartment box each with a pierced grill with the interior of the shells beautifully gilded. The patterned pierced grills keep the biscuits in place which can be lifted to access the contents.

Folding biscuit boxes are popularly used even today to serve muffins and scones.

Dating to around 1890, this wonderful piece is from England, has an “S” monogram on one side and on the bottom is silver marked with the famous Staniforth’s Patent.

Dimensions: open width 12.75″, closed width 8.5″ x height 9.5″ x depth 4.25″

A VICTORIAN SILVER-PLATED BISCUIT WARMER, circa 1870
Marks: E. BRS, EP, STANTFORTH’S PATENT, 8679
9-1/4 x 7-5/8 x 5-1/2 inches (23.5 x 19.4 x 14.0 cm)