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Lot 76: A Collection of Silver-Plated Holloware and Large Serving Trays
2026-09-07T21:00:00Z
Start price: $5
Lot 76:
A Collection of Silver-Plated Holloware and Large Serving Trays
Description
A collection of silver-plated serving pieces and vessels characterized by ornate Rococo Revival styling. The assortment includes a lidded coffee or tea pot with a scrolling spout and a flame-style finial, a large open water pitcher with a high-arching handle, a small creamer, an open sugar bowl, and three small handled mugs. The set is accompanied by two large serving trays: a rectangular double-handled tray with a scalloped edge and floral-scroll border, and a circular tray featuring a gadrooned rim with shell motifs. The pieces exhibit decorative elements such as foliate-capped pedestal feet and heavy scrolling handles. The construction is silver-plate over a base metal, likely copper or brass, as evidenced by visible orange-toned metal where the plating has worn away. No maker’s marks, hallmarks, or labels are visible in the provided images.
Condition report:
The collection is in fair condition with significant signs of age and wear. All pieces show heavy surface tarnish across their bodies (photo 1, photo 2). The large water pitcher exhibits substantial plating loss and \"copper bleed\" on its main body, where the silver layer has worn away to reveal the base metal (photo 1). General surface scratches, minor scuffs, and small areas of pitting consistent with age and use are present throughout the collection. No major dents or structural damage are visible in the provided photographs.
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