A stunning musical jewel box which plays “for he’s a jolly good fellow” and is hallmarked sivler London – 1936. Richard Woodman Burbridge of Harrods fame. Most of us have heard of Richard Woodman Burbidge and seen some of the wonderful silver creations that bear his mark. The Burbidge Baronetcy, of Littleton Park, Middlesex. Is a title in the Baronetage of England. The Baronetage was created on 25 January 1916 for Richard Burbidge. Richard Burbige was managing director of Harrods. From 1890 to 1917. During his time managing Harrods shorter working hours were introduced for the staff and their benefits were increased. He was said to be a firm but fair boss. Richard Burbidge married Emily Woodman. Their eldest son, Richard Woodman Burbidge joined Harrods in 1893. He eventually became chairman of Harrods and the 2nd Baronet. On 2 September 1896 Richard married Catherine Grant. Richard Woodman Burbidges name is synonymous with high quality silver and it is inextricably linked with the worlds leading luxury department store, Harrods, which is located on Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London. At this time the Harrods silver workshops were located at Trevor Square. Richard Woodman Burbidge was also the president of the Incorporated Association of Retail Distributors. In 1919 Burbidge was awarded Commander, Order of the British Empire C. From this time he was known as Sir Woodman or Sir Richard. The item “AA MOST RARE VINTAGE BRITISH STERLING SILVER MUSICAL JEWEL BOX” is in sale since Friday, September 11, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Music Boxes\Pre-1900″. The seller is “4mul8ll” and is located in Irvine, California. This item can be shipped to United States.
- 1936: 1936
- Handmade: Yes
- Modified Item: No
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
- Brand: RWB