Archives: Accessories

WILLIAMSBURG MIRROR AND WALL BRACKET
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

This handsome mahogany mirror and wall bracket are reproductions of English antiques, circa 1760-1770. The mirror which was originally used for shaving or dressing features a highly arched scrolled crest and graceful symmetry. The wall bracket would have been used to hold a candle or clock.

CW 104 MAHOGANY MIRROR
Overall Size 9 1/2″ X 19 1/2″.

CW 109 MAHOGANY WALL BRACKET
Height 9″; Width 12 1/2″; Depth 8″.

CW 37 WILLIAMSBURG HANGING SHELF BY KITTINGER

This Rococo style shelf, which features delicate open fretwork, is a reproduction of an English antique, circa 1765. The two bottom drawers are handy storage for small valuables.

Height 39″; Width 36″; Depth 7″.

WF1038/WA1038 WILLIAMSBURG HANGING SHELF BY KITTINGER

This interpretation of a late 18th Century English shelf features open fretwork in the Rococo style. The bottom drawer provides handy storage.

Two Sizes Available

Height 34″; Width 24″; Depth 7″. (Pictured)

Height 34″; Width 30″; Depth 7″.

WILLIAMSBURG NASTURTIUM HERB PRINT

This beautiful botanical print drawn in the traditional 18th Century style captures the delicate details of blossom, stem and foliage of the Nasturtium. The print is double matted and framed in a gold leaf and fruitwood molding for the Craft House at Colonial Williamsburg.

Height 20 1/2″; Width 17 1/2″.

WILLIAMSBURG STRAWBERRY HERB PRINT

This beautiful botanical print drawn in the traditional 18th Century style captures the delicate details of blossom, stem and foliage of the Strawberry. The print is double matted and framed in a gold leaf and fruitwood molding for the Craft House at Colonial Williamsburg.

Height 20 1/2″; Width 17 1/2″.

P2 AND P3 WILLIAMSBURG ROWLANDSON PRINTS

Reproductions of etchings by Thomas Rowlandson designed in 1788, these delightful cartoon prints show the marked difference between morning life at "Four O'Clock in Town" and "Four O'Clock in the Country". These prints are beautifully colored in muted tones of blue, yellow and beige and are in ebonized Hogarth frames with gold leaf accents. These whimsical prints add a touch of humor to any room setting.

Height 15 1/4″; Width 18 1/2″.

WILLIAMSBURG CHASE SAMPLER

This sampler is the epitome of all Williamsburg needlework. The original of this sampler was done by 11-year-old Mary Starker of Newbury, New England in 1760. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a much sought after completed sampler.

Height 24 1/2″; Width 16 1/2″.

WILLIAMSBURG FARM SAMPLER

The original of this charming sampler was done by 12 year old Sarah Salter and completed on July 7, 1767. Due to its limited time in production, this Colonial Williamsburg sampler reproduction by Paragon Needlecraft is very scarce. The quality of this sampler's needlework is unsurpassed.

Height 19 1/2″; Width 20 1/2″.

REPRODUCTION CHINESE EXPORT STATE DEPARTMENT URN
BY MOTTAHEDEH

The history of Mottahedeh spans 75 years, specializing in hard porcelain, crystal, brass, silver plate, stoneware, faience and lithographs. They also hold licenses to make reproductions and adaptations from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Colonial Williamsburg, Winterthur, Monticello, Historic Charleston, Historic Natchez and the National Trust. It is important to note that Mottahedeh also produces china for Presidents, The State Department, its Diplomatic Reception Rooms and for the Diplomatic Corps.

This elegant Chinese export reproduction urn is copied from an outstanding and rare example found in the Diplomatic Reception Rooms at the State Department in Washington, D.C. The beautiful proportions of this urn are enhanced by the highly skilled hand-decoration and applied gold leaf. This urn can be displayed as a piece of decorative art or can be made into a lamp by our restoration staff. The urn, when converted into a lamp, makes a fine statement in the most demanding rooms and can be viewed on our Home Page photograph.

Large Urn Height 16 1/2″; Overall Width 9 1/2″.
Small Urn Height 13 1/2″; Overall Width 8 1/2″.

W8490 WINTERTHUR HONG BOWL BY MOTTAHEDEH

This exquisite reproduction captures the spirit of the original, circa 1800, decorated with scenes of the "hongs" in Canton, China. The design is considered one of the finest and rarest ever created for export and it took approximately two years for Mottahedeh to complete the prototype. This exceptionally large and beautiful bowl is particularly attractive on a dining table or sideboard.

Height 6 1/4″; Diameter 14 1/4″.

REPRODUCTION SIGNERS' INKSTAND
IN PEWTER

This beautiful reproduction of one of America's great historic treasures captures all the detail of the original Inkstand used by the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. It was a commeration piece produced during the Bicentennial celebration. Crafted in pewter, this inkstand is the perfect accessory for a desk or writing table.

Height 8″; Width 9 1/2″; Depth 6 3/4″.

WILLIAMSBURG STERLING SILVER BY STIEFF

Shown here is a small selection of our current inventory of Sterling Silver by The Stieff Company of Baltimore, Maryland. The Stieff Company was a Licensee for the Williamsburg Reproduction Program up until the late 1980's. Stieff made numerous pieces from which we have a fine selection to choose including, pitchers, sauce boats, and more.

WILLIAMSBURG PLATED SILVER COFFEE SET
BY STIEFF

As Licensee for the Williamsburg Reproduction Program until the late 1980's, The Stieff Company produced a number of handsome pieces of plated silver including this very rare coffee set. The coffee pot which is copied from an English antique, circa 1740, is distinguished by its beautiful clean lines. It stands 10 1/4 inches high and has a capacity of 2 1/2 pints. The graceful creamer and covered sugar bowl are reproductions of Boston antiques and stand 4 1/2 and 4 inches high, respectively.

CW56 WILLIAMSBURG SILVER MINT JULEP CUPS
BY MAX RIEG

One of the more rare Williamsburg accessories is the silver mint julep cup. The original Sheffield cup, with its distinctive wooden base, has been duplicated in this reproduction. These cups were hand crafted in the Restored Area, circa 1949, for the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation by the renowned German Silver Smith, Max Rieg, who worked for the Williamsburg Foundation from the 1930's until his retirement in the 1950's. It was Max Rieg who laid the groundwork for the Colonial Williamsburg Metal Reproduction Program, not only fashioning items in silver but also creating other decorative art objects from pewter and brass. It is these objects that are sought after by today's serious collectors.

Capacity 10 oz.; Height 4″.

C4 WILLIAMSBURG POSY HOLDER BY WEDGWOOD

This reproduction of an English Staffordshire finger vase, circa 1770, is one of the most famous of all Williamsburg accessories--a "must have" for the collector.

Height 7 3/4″.

C22 WILLIAMSBURG CORNUCOPIA WALLPOCKETS
BY WEDGWOOD

Copied from a pair of Staffordshire saltglaze wall ornaments, circa 1760, these elaborately decorated wallpockets feature a floral motif with female figure in the center crest. They make a perfect accessory for the period decor.

Height 10″.

BOSCOBEL PUNCH BOWL
BY OUD DELFT

This magnificent reproduction punch bowl by Oud Delft was licensed by Boscobel, a Historic House Museum located in the Hudson River Valley in Garrison, New York. Like the original in the Boscobel Collection, this reproduction of the Lambeth, England 18th Century antique is ambitiously hand-decorated in shades of blue with glazed swag and diapering applied to the border. This bowl commands a prominent space in any fine home.

Height 4 1/2″; Diameter 12″.

C45 WILLIAMSBURG DELFT VASE BY OUD

This magnificent delft vase is a reproduction of a Bristol delft antique dating to about 1760. This vase is a scarce Williamsburg delft piece. It can be filled with flowers, used as a planter or converted to a lamp.

Height 9 3/4″.

WILLIAMSBURG DELFT VASES AND WALLPOCKETS
BY OUD AND ROYAL GOEDEWAAGEN

These beautifully hand-decorated delft/blue and white vases and wallpockets are exact reproductions of antiques found in Colonial Williamsburg. Shown from top left to bottom in the photo as follows:

CW39 VASE, copied from a 1760 Lambeth antique, is a very rare Williamsburg reproduction vase. It stands 6 3/4″.
C32 JAR/VASE is copied from a mid-Eighteenth Century Liverpool antique and features charming floral decoration. It stands 5 1/2″.
CW30 VASE is in the classic urn shape and decorated with a stylized motif as the Bristol delft original, circa 1710-1720. It stands 6″.
C36 AND C37 WALLPOCKETS copy originals from Lambeth dating to 1750 and feature a Chinese girl and boy, respectively. They stand 8″.

WILLIAMSBURG DELFT PITCHER AND VASES
BY OUD AND ROYAL GOEDEWAAGEN

Perfect for the discriminating collector and decorator, these delft/blue and white pitcher and vases are exact reproductions of antiques found in Colonial Williamsburg. Shown from top left to bottom in the photo as follows:

CW25 APOTHECARY JAR is copied from a late Eighteenth Century English antique and is perfect as a vase. It stands 7 3/4″.
C48 PITCHER is decorated with Chinese figures in a landscape. It is copied from an English antique, circa 1760. It stands 9 1/4″ and holds 2 quarts.
CW49 VASE is decorated with three scenes of figures and landscape like the 1700 English original. It stands 10 1/4″ with a top diameter of 4 1/2″.

C44 WILLIAMSBURG DELFT PUNCH BOWL
BY OUD AND ROYAL GOEDEWAAGEN

This reproduction of an 18th Century Bristol punch bowl is beautifully hand-decorated in traditional shades of blue and white with a design of birds, flowers and leaves. The generous size of this punch bowl makes it a wonderful centerpiece for a dining table or sideboard when not in use.

Height 5 5/8″; Diameter 10 1/2″.

WILLIAMSBURG DELFT BRICKS AND PLANTER
BY OUD AND ROYAL GOEDEWAAGEN

These wonderful delft/blue and white floral bricks, also known as jardinieres, and planter are exact reproductions of antiques found in Colonial Williamsburg. Shown from top to bottom in the photo as follows:

CW40 ROUND BRICK can be used with or without its top. It is decorated with an abstract design with the original dating to 1700. Diameter 6″.
C52 OVAL PLANTER/DISH is painted with birds and flowers as the original, circa 1690. It stands 3 1/4″ and is 7″ in length.
CW29 BLUE BRICK is hand painted in a Mimosa design like the original English antique, circa 1830. It stands 3 1/2″ and is 5 3/4″ in length.

WILLIAMSBURG DELFT ACCESSORIES
BY OUD AND ROYAL GOEDEWAAGEN

These beautifully hand-decorated blue and white delft accessories are exact reproductions of antiques found in Colonial Williamsburg. Shown from top left to bottom in the photo as follows:

C10 DELFT PLATE is copied from 18th Century English antique. This plate comes in 10 1/4″ diameter and 8″ diameter.
C47 SHELL TRAY with Chinese decoration is copied from a Liverpool antique, circa 1750. It's width is 3 3/4″.
CW55 SWEETMEAT TRAY has a beautiful stylized floral motif typical of English delft dating to 1740. The side lengths are 4 3/4″.
C57 CANDLESTICK with its varied shades of blue copies a Liverpool piece, circa 1750. Its height is 7″.
C51 PORRINGER replicates the original Lambeth delft antique, circa 1720-1730. It is 2 1/8″ high with an overall diameter of 5 1/2″.

WILLIAMSBURG POLYCHROME DELFT BRICKS
BY OUD AND ROYAL GOEDEWAAGEN

Also known as jardinieres, these polycrome delft bricks are exact reproductions of originals found in Colonial Williamsburg. Shown from top to bottom in the photo as follows:

CW26 CHINESE BRICK is copied from a piece of Bristol delft, circa 1740. It stands 2 1/2″ and is 4 1/2″ in length.
C5 JARDINIERE is a faithful copy of a Lambeth delft jardiniere, circa 1760. This brick is adaptable for a variety of flower arrangements. It stands 4″.
CW27 POLYCHROME BRICK is in shades of purple and blue and is copied from a 1750 Bristol original. It stands 3 1/2″ and is 6″ in length.

WILLIAMSBURG POLYCHROME AND CERAMIC ACCESSORIES
BY OUD AND PALIN THORLEY

Beautifully decorated, these reproductions of antiques found in Colonial Williamsburg will enhance the period decor. Shown from top left to bottom:

CW33 PITCHER is decorated with multicolored flowers and is copied from a saltglazed antique, circa 1755. It stands 6 1/4″ and holds 1 1/4 quarts.
C31 CREAM JUG is a hand-painted in brilliant polychrome and inspired by a 1760 Liverpool antique. It stands 4 1/2″.
CW6 HEART-SHAPED INKSTAND is an exact copy of the original found in the Governor's Palace in Williamsburg. Its length is 5″.

AP130 WILLIAMSBURG WALL SCONCE
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

Copied from a mid-18th Century English antique, this wonderful wall sconce is the perfect accessory for adding the finishing touch to any room decor whether hung on the wall or placed on top of a sideboard. Made of the finest mahogany, the wall sconce back is mirrored to reflect candlelight. The curved glass front slides up for easy access to the candlestick.

Height 18″; Width 13 5/8″;Depth 6 1/2″.

CW16-80 WILLIAMSBURG CANDLESTICK WITH GLOBE
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

This candlestick with globe is a faithful reproduction of the 18th Century original with its hand-turned mahogany base with a polished brass fitter and candlecup holding a beautiful mouth-blown hurricane globe. This is a handsome accessory both indoors and out.

Height 16 1/4″.

WILLIAMSBURG TEA CADDIES

These beautiful mahogany tea caddies were made by hand and are reproductions of English antiques dating to 1760 in the Colonial Williamsburg Collection.

AP102 OBLONG TEA CADDY has three compartments with removable partitions. Height 6″; Length 10″; Depth 6″.
AP101 OCTAGONAL TEA CADDY is foil lined and made of more than 25 parts. Height 4 3/4″; Diameter 6 1/4″.

AP120 WILLIAMSBURG GALLERY SERVING TRAY

This beautiful reproduction of an English antique serving tray, circa 1770, is made of mahogany and features pierced and mitered rim with carved hand holes. Perfect for a variety of uses, this tray can be used to serve drinks, hold two CW6 decanters as shown or as an "in and out" box at a desk. Over the years, this tray has been made by a number of Colonial Williamsburg licensees including: The Five Forks; Don Works; Victorius; and Virginia Metalcrafters.

Length 16 1/2″; Depth 9 1/2″.

AP121 WILLIAMSBURG TABLE SILVER TRAY
BY KITTINGER

This wonderful Kittinger bench made silver tray is far beyond exceedingly rare. Documented in the 1942 Williamsburg Catalog, this tray was made for only one to two years. This tray faithfully reproduces an American example, circa 1770, featuring three spacious compartments framed by four beautifully scalloped panels enforced at the corners with intricate hand dovetailing. The solid brass central handle is sand cast and permits ease in transport.

Length 16″; Depth 12″; Handle Height 5″.

WILLIAMSBURG TRAYS AND WINE SERVER

From the Colonial Williamsburg Collection, these mahogany trays and wine server are from top to bottom:

AP123 ROUND TRAY was made in the early 1950's and copies an English antique. Diameter 18″.
CW126 WINE SERVER cradles the wine and will catch any drips. Height 4 5/16″; Length 13 1/4″; Width 4 1/2″.
AP105 SMALL TRAY is 6 1/2″ in Width and 9 1/2″ in Length.

WILLIAMSBURG PEWTER BY STIEFF

Shown here is a small selection of Williamsburg reproduction pewter made by the Stieff Company. We carry a large inventory with many rare pieces which are no longer produced.

WILLIAMSBURG DECANTERS
BY BLENKO AND ROYAL LEERDAM

These wonderful hand-blown glass decanters are reproductions of the originals found in Colonial Williamsburg. Shown from left to right in the photo as follows:

CW42L LARGE DECANTER with its ringed top and graceful lines stands 17 3/4″, including stopper.
CW6 SQUARE DECANTER was designed to fit a cellarette or for use alone or in pairs on a tray. It stands 6 1/4″, including stopper.
CW13 TALL DECANTER has wonderful clean lines and stands 11 1/4″, including stopper.
CW42S SMALL DECANTER is a reduced size of the CW42L Decanter and stands 11″, including stopper.

WILLIAMSBURG GLASS HURRICANE SHADES
BY BLENKO AND ROYAL LEERDAM

These fine hand-blown glass hurricane shades are as popular today as in the 18th Century and are used both to shield candles from wind and drafts as well as for a wonderful decorative effect. These hurricane shades are available in four sizes including the Extra Large which is very rare and not often found.

Extra Large Height 23″; Large Height 17 3/4″;
Medium Height 14″; Small Height 9 1/2″.

WILLIAMSBURG GLASS ACCESSORIES
BY BLENKO AND ROYAL LEERDAM

This small sampling of original Williamsburg glass reproductions displays the beauty of design, purity of materials and superb hand crafting used in the Collection. Each piece is interpreted from originally excavated fragments in Colonial Williamsburg and has individual characteristics reflecting the skill of the artisan producing it.

CW16-63 WILLIAMSBURG CANDELABRA
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

This elegant reproduction candelabra is an exact copy of an 18th Century double arm antique. This sand-cast candelabra features serpent's head decoration on each movable arm. The arms swivel right and left and move up and down.

Height 16″.

WILLIAMSBURG BRASS CANDLESTICKS
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

Virginia Metalcrafters, under license to Colonial Williamsburg, skillfully reproduced these candesticks from the gracefully designed originals using ancient techniques to give them a destinctive mellow patina. Shown from top left to bottom right in the photo as follows:

CW16-13 BRUSH-EVERARD CANDLESTICK with a Height of 8″.
CW16-34 TALL CANDLESTICK with a Height of 12 1/2″.
CW16-10 SWIRL BASE CANDLESTICK with a Height of 8 3/4″.
CW16-33 SPIKED CANDLESTICK with a Height of 7 1/2″.
CW16-36 FRENCH CANDLESTICK with a Height of 8 3/4″.

WILLIAMSBURG BRASS CANDLESTICKS AND CHAMBERSTICKS
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

Virginia Metalcrafters, under license to Colonial Williamsburg, skillfully reproduced these candesticks and chamber from the gracefully designed originals using ancient techniques to give them a destinctive mellow patina. Shown from top left to bottom right in the photo as follows:

CW16-2 ROUND BASE CANDLESTICK with a Height of 8″.
CW16-35 OCTAGONAL BASE CANDLESTICK with a Height of 7″.
CW16-12 MID-DRIP CANDLESTICK with a Height of 8 1/2″.
CW16-21 CHAMBERSTICK with a Height of 2 1/2″.
CW16-5 SQUARE BASE CANDLESTICK with a Height of 6 3/4″.
CW16-20 BALUSTER CANDLESTICK with a Height of 5 3/4″.

FIREPLACE ACCESSORIES

Shown here is a small assortment of our current inventory of antique and reproduction accessories for the fireplace.

CW101-1 WILLIAMSBURG CHARLES REX FIREBACK
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

Firebacks are not just decorative. More importantly today as in the past, they are used to conduct and reflect heat into the living space as well as protect the back wall of a fireplace--very functional in today's "Green Lifestyle". This fireback is a reproduction of an English antique, circa 1660. It is made of cast-iron and beautifully embellished with the royal arms of King Charles I.

Height 23″; Width 21″.

CW100-4 WILLIAMSBURG DAVIS ANDIRONS
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

From the Williamsburg Collection, these reproduction andirons are copied from an antique pair marked "J. Davis, Boston", circa 1803-1823. Made of sand cast polished brass, these graceful andirons feature ball and steeple finials. These andirons are particularly well suited for a Rumford Fireplace.

Height 17″; Depth 15 1/2″.

NO. 5020 HISTORIC NEWPORT ANDIRONS
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

These handsome andirons are reproductions of an 18th Century pair from Newport, Rhode Island. They are made of sand cast polished brass and are distinguished by their ball finials and ball and claw feet. As in all the pieces made by Virginia Metalcrafters for the Historic Newport and Williamsburg Reproduction Programs, these reproductions are true to the original antique and are made to the highest standards.

Height 19 3/4″; Depth 21″.

WILLIAMSBURG BALL AND CLAW FIREPLACE ACCESSORIES
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

The ball and claw design used in these elaborately decorated andirons is reproduced from late 18th Century Pennsylvania originals. Also in polished brass, the set of fire tools and damper hook have matching ornamentation. The left and right jamb hooks are copies of those found in the Brush-Everard House in Williamsburg.

CW16-05 WILLIAMSBURG JAMB HOOKS
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

Jamb hooks were extremely popular in America during the 18th Century and were used to hold firetools at the side of a fireplace. The original antique jamb hooks, on which these were based, were found in the Brush-Everard House in Colonial Williamsburg.

Right and Left Available.

CW103-1C WILLIAMSBURG RALEIGH TAVERN FIRETOOLS
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

The design of the large brass steeple tops of these polished steel firetools was copied from late 18th Century American andirons, possibly New York or Pennsylvania. These firetools make a handsome and extremely functional addition to any fireplace.

Average Height 29″.

C102-1 WILLIAMSBURG FENDER
BY VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS

This graceful fender, featuring intricately pierced brass and scalloped edge, is a reproduction of an English antique, circa 1780, from the Williamsburg Collection.

Height 6 3/4″; Length 49 1/4″.

19TH CENTURY FOLDING FIREPLACE SCREEN

This early 19th Century American folding firescreen is crafted in wrought iron and is topped with a hand hammered brass rail. This antique firecscreen features decorated wire work with an elegant applied upper swag and applied flowing center scroll. Its movable side panels allow for adjustment to suit the size of the hearth and will accommodate any size firebox from 32″ to 56″.

Height 24″; Front Panel Length 32″; Side Panel Length 15 1/2″.