Victorian Style Repoussé Silver Plate Teapot and Coffee Pot Set
Tea and Coffee Service · Unspecified manufacturer, likely Italian or British retailer (Note: Tag mentions 'Collezione Sheffield d'epoca')
Pattern: Rococo Revival Pattern (Floral and Scroll)
Type
Tea and Coffee Service
Maker
Unspecified manufacturer, likely Italian or British retailer (Note: Tag mentions 'Collezione Sheffield d'epoca')
Material
Silver plate (Electroplated Nickel Silver or Copper) with wood or resin insulators/handles
Dimensions
Standard service size: Teapot approx. 6-7 inches height; Coffee pot approx. 8-9 inches height
Description
An elegant silver-plated pair comprising a squat, ornate teapot and a taller coffee pot, each featuring lush Victorian-inspired botanical chasing.
Key Features
Contrast between high-relief floral ornaments and smooth polish; ebonized 'island' insulators on handles; bulbous footed bases.
Material & Composition
Silver plate (Electroplated Nickel Silver or Copper) with wood or resin insulators/handles
Finish & Decoration
High-polish mirror finish featuring heavy repoussé floral work and acanthus scrolls
Hallmarks & Stamps
Expected marks include 'EPNS' or 'Silver on Copper' and manufacturer logo; tag suggests retail via Fendi Antiques
Construction Details
Spun body with die-struck decorative bands and cast handles/spouts attached with silver solder
Functional Features
Hinged lids with finials, gooseneck spout on teapot, heat-insulated handles for pouring
Handle & Grip Details
C-scroll handles in dark wood or ebonized synthetic material, pinned or socketed into silver ferrules
Craftsmanship Details
Excellent commercial quality with well-defined casting on the spout and seamless body integration.
Authentication Indicators
The presence of a modern retail tag and uniform machine-perfect finish indicates high-quality 20th-century silver plate rather than 19th-century sterling.
Origin & Manufacturing
Likely manufactured in Italy or the UK for the luxury giftware market
Era & Period
Late 20th Century reproduction in the Mid-Victorian (Rococo Revival) style
Age Estimate
Circa 1970-1990 based on tag style and crispness of 'antique' styling
Cultural Significance
Represents the mid-to-late 20th-century revival of formal European dining etiquette and Victorian aesthetic appreciation.
Condition Notes
Excellent condition with high luster and minimal surface tarnish; no visible plating loss or 'bleeding' of base metal.
Value Estimate
$150 - $400 for the pair depending on the specific retailer/brand and purity of plating
Care & Maintenance
Clean with non-abrasive silver cream (e.g., Wright's); avoid dishwasher; store in tarnish-preventative flannel bags.
Similar Pieces
Vintage Gorham 'Chantilly' silver plate or Reed & Barton 'Winthrop' services; differs in handle material and scroll depth.
Interesting Facts
The 'Collezione Sheffield d'epoca' tag indicates these were sold as part of a curated 'vintage style' collection in Italy.