Art Deco English Shell Dessert Spoons

Sheffield, England, circa 1925-1940.

This elegant set of English dessert spoons was produced in Sheffield during the interwar period, when chrome plating emerged as a modern alternative to traditional silver. Crafted from nickel alloy and finished in chrome, the spoons reflect the clean lines and understand the glamour of the Art Deco era.

Each spoon features a gently fluted, shell-form bowl paired with a streamlined handle, balancing classical reference with modern restraint. Designed for serving desserts, fruit, or puddings, they would have been reserved for the final course—brought out with intention rather than daily use.

This set remains housed in its original fitted presentation case, lined in velvet and finished in a rich red marbled exterior, a hallmark of early 20th-century Sheffield flatware.

A refined and functional addition to the table, equally suited to daily use or display.

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