Strauss & Co has built a distinguished reputation in the silverware market, offering exceptional items that span from the early 1700s to the present day. Our collections feature an impressive range of pieces crafted by some of the most distinguished makers —including Paul Storr, Paul De Lamerie, Hester Bateman, and Lawrence Twentyman — encompassing Cape, European, British, Chinese, and Mexican silver. We showcase a variety of finely crafted special pieces such as trays, epergnes, candlesticks, rose bowls, tea and coffee sets. 

With our extensive knowledge and expertise, we continue to set the standard in the silverware market, reflecting items with both historical significance and contemporary resonance.

Specialists

To schedule an appointment for our upcoming valuations, please contact:

Cape Town

Jill van Dugteren

Head of Decorative Arts and Design

Shirley Daniels-Poyiya

Silver Specialist

Johannesburg

Nicole Birch

Specialist 

Recently Sold

A silver-plated tray, 20th century

Sold for ZAR 3 004

A silver-plated wine coaster, 20th century

Sold for ZAR 1 406

A George V silver tea caddy spoon, Thomas Lyster Mott, Birmingham, 1925

Sold for ZAR 1 142

A Victorian silver tureen, Charles Stuart Harris, London, 1899

Sold for ZAR 21 623