Archibald Knox, Four Piece Tudric Tea and Coffee Service with Tray
Archibald Knox for Liberty & Company, ca. 1905
pewter and rattan

This design appears as number 97 in the 1904 Liberty Catalogue, under ‘Yule Tide Gifts.' Other examples can be found in the Victoria & Albert and British Museum.
Coffee Pot: 8 3/4 x 7 x 3 1/4 in. (22.23 x 17.78 x 8.26 cm.), Tray: 9 7/8 x 18 x 1 in. (25.08 x 45.72 x 2.54 cm.)
Private Collection, New Mexico

The set is in overall good to fair condition, consistent with age and use. Some loss to rattan handle on coffee pot. Rubbing and surface abrasions to all pieces. Varied levels of polishing on works.

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