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William Barnard was part of Edward Barnard &amp; Sons - a firm of British silversmiths. They created the Lily font, a large silver gilt baptismal font used in the christening services of members of the British Royal family.

The company's origins date back to about 1680, when the silversmith Anthony Nelme (d. 1722) established a firm in Ave Maria Lane, London. Edward Barnard (d. 1855) was first manager and in 1829 became the proprietor, trading as Edward Barnard &amp; Sons, with his sons Edward Barnard (d. 1868), John Barnard and William Barnard (d. 1851). In 1838, they moved to Angel Street, London.

The Lily font was commissioned by Queen Victoria from Edward Barnard and Sons, for the christening of her first child, Victoria, Princess Royal on 10 February 1840, her parents' first wedding anniversary.

In 1898, they moved to Fetter Lane, and in 1920, to Hatton Garden, London. In 1977, they became a subsidiary of Padgett &amp; Braham, and closed in 2003.

William Barnard

Antique Silver Victorian Porringer made in 1893

A Victorian silver bowl in late 17th century style with a beautiful hand pierced handle.


A Victorian silver bowl in late seventeenth century style made in 1893 by William Barnard. The bowl has a beautifully hand pierced handle

Date	1893
Made By	William Barnard
Location	London
Stock Number	W135x32

Antique Silver Victorian Porringer made in 1893

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