Teapot - Sheffield plate - Teapot Thomas Otley & Sons.

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Victorian-era teapot in Sheffield Plate (silver over copper) dating from around 1880, signed Thomas Otley & Sons, cylindrical body with hand-engraved floral motifs and a neoclassical central medallion, with a hinged lid and decorative knob, original thermal-insulating handle, and a preserved patina revealing the copper underneath.

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We propose for sale a splendid teapot (or decorative ewer) from the Victorian era, made in Sheffield Plate (silver over copper) around 1880, signed Thomas Otley & Sons. The piece perfectly embodies the elegance of English silverware from the late nineteenth century. Design and Details: The cylindrical body is enhanced by refined hand engravings with floral motifs and a central neoclassical medallion. It features a corded upper rim and a hinged lid with the original decorative knob. Material: The natural patina of time has created the fascinating “bleeding” effect, allowing the underlying copper core to show through, a distinctive sign of authentic Sheffield Plate. Handle: Equipped with original thermal insulators, typical of objects intended for serving hot beverages to prevent burns. Conditions: Excellent preservation for its era. The original patina has been preserved, giving the piece a unique character. It shows no significant dents.

We propose for sale a splendid teapot (or decorative ewer) from the Victorian era, made in Sheffield Plate (silver over copper) around 1880, signed Thomas Otley & Sons. The piece perfectly embodies the elegance of English silverware from the late nineteenth century. Design and Details: The cylindrical body is enhanced by refined hand engravings with floral motifs and a central neoclassical medallion. It features a corded upper rim and a hinged lid with the original decorative knob. Material: The natural patina of time has created the fascinating “bleeding” effect, allowing the underlying copper core to show through, a distinctive sign of authentic Sheffield Plate. Handle: Equipped with original thermal insulators, typical of objects intended for serving hot beverages to prevent burns. Conditions: Excellent preservation for its era. The original patina has been preserved, giving the piece a unique character. It shows no significant dents.

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Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Teapot Thomas Otley & Sons.
Number of objects
1
Material
Sheffield plate
Country of origin
Europe
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
15 cm
Width
19 cm
Diameter
10 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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Private

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