Overview
A classic American silver-plated tureen featuring a beaded rim, ornate floral chasing, and distinctive rope-twist handles.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Reed & Barton Silver-Plated Footed Covered Vegetable Dish, c.1915
Photo reference
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Story
In 1915, the American dinner table was a theater of etiquette, and this dish was one of its most important props.
Maker / Origin
Reed & Barton, founded in 1824, is one of the most storied names in American silversmithing.
Condition & Value
The piece shows significant tarnish and surface oxidation, which is expected for its age. Silver-plated hollowware is currently very accessible in the antiques market.
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