Victorian Silver Novelty Smoker Compendium

A highly unusual Victorian silver novelty smokers compendium by Edward Charles Brown, hallmarked in London in 1881. Modelled as Mr Jorrocks, the celebrated sporting character created by Victorian writer John Smith Surtees, the figure is depicted as a country gentleman accompanied by his faithful dog. Smokers compendia were Victorian smoking accessory boxes, designed to house the various small implements associated with smoking. Often produced as elaborate novelty pieces, they combined practical function with decorative and humorous designs, reflecting the importance of smoking within Victorian gentlemanly culture. This example features a finely cast figural group mounted on an intricately decorated silver base, which sits upon a substantial silver box with a hinged drawer. The whimsical design and sporting subject make it a particularly characterful example of Victorian novelty silver. A rare and distinctive piece, it showcases the Victorian fascination with combining function, craftsmanship and storytelling in silver objects. CUSTOMER CARE Contact Us Book an Appointment Virtual Consultations New Brochure Delivery & Returns Wish List Sitemap OUR SHOWROOMS Stratford-upon-Avon Mayfair Leicester The Embassy by Pragnell (Stratford-upon-Avon) ABOUT PRAGNELL About Us Services Our Heritage Careers LEGAL AND PRIVACY Terms and Conditions Privacy Policy Cookie Policy Anti Slavery Policy Corporate Social Responsibility Human Rights Policy Responsible Business Policy Supply Chain Policy Supply Chain Grievance Procedure