A Georgian Antique Silver Argyle  1

Rebecca Emes (died 1830) was an English silversmith, known for her household silverware. Little is known of her life. She married the engraver and watercolour painter John Emes.

In 1796, John Emes became partner in the London silversmith company of Thomas Chawner and his son Henry Chawner. The firm specialised in silver tea and coffee services. When the elder Chawner retired, Emes became sole owner and presumably carried on his own work of creating engravings for publications, while Rebecca started to work in the silversmith business.

John Emes died in 1808 and Rebecca became a partner with Edward Barnard, the foreman, and Henry Chawner. The firm, which operated under the name Rebecca Emes &amp; Edward Barnard, grew considerably during their tenure. Emes withdrew from the business in 1829.

Rebecca Emes &amp; Edward Barnard I

Antique Silver Georgian Argyle made in 1817

A delightful Georgian silver argyle with a round body and gadroon border at the top. The body and the lid are engraved with the Percy family, Dukes of...

A delightful Georgian silver argyle with a round body and gadroon border at the top. The body and the lid are engraved with the Percy family, Dukes of Northumberland, crest.

Date	1817
Made By	Rebecca Emes & Edward Barnard I
Location	London
Stock Number	W12x7

Antique Silver Georgian Argyle made in 1817

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