Collection of Domestic Tableware and Silver Service Pieces
Decorative arts and functional domestic objects • Various commercial manufacturers; silver appears to be in the style of American mass-producers (e.g., International Silver or Reed & Barton); ceramic pitcher is a commercial novelty piece
Style & Movement
Mid-century Traditional and Eclectic Contemporary Domestic
Medium & Technique
Silver-plated metal (likely electroplated nickel silver or copper), cast and glazed ceramic, molded glass, and industrial plastics
Creation Period
Mid-20th century to contemporary (approx. 1950–2023)
Dimensions & Format
Variable; large silver tray approx. 12-14 inches in diameter; ceramic pitcher approx. 8 inches tall
Subject Description
An assortment of household dining items including a Rococo-style repoussé silver bowl, a Georgian-style teapot on a tray, salt and pepper shakers, a ceramic rooster-themed pitcher with floral motifs, and disposable utility items
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; items show signs of domestic use but are generally well-maintained
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350 USD for the collective group
Auction Estimate
$75 - $150 USD at a general estate auction
Provenance History
Acquired through retail or secondary market; typical of a multi-generational American household collection
Art Historical Significance
Low; these represent mass-produced decorative arts intended for middle-class domestic use rather than unique artisanal masterpieces or high-fine-art objects
Notable Features
The silver bowl features floral repoussé borders; the ceramic pitcher utilizes a whimsical zoological form common in country-style kitchen decor
Condition Issues
Surface tarnish on silver-plated items, minor scuffing on the granite-style countertop, and visible fingerprints on polished surfaces
Conservation Recommendations
Professional polishing with non-abrasive silver cream for metalware; hand-wash ceramics to preserve glaze; store silver in acid-free cloth to prevent oxidation