An exquisite Victorian silver plate seven-piece tea and coffee service, possibly dating from the late 19th century, featuring a highly ornate aesthetic with extensive floral etching and gadrooned bodies. The set includes a large tilting hot water kettle on a warming stand with burner, a coffee pot, a teapot, a lidded sugar bowl, a cream jug, a waste bowl, and an oval serving tray with handles, marked with an S monogram. Each piece exhibits meticulous craftsmanship with coordinating decorative motifs and bone or ivory finials and insulators, indicative of the period. The warming stand for the kettle is particularly notable, designed with shell and scroll feet and a central burner apparatus. The overall style is opulent and characteristic of Victorian-era dining and entertaining. Some pieces show gilt washing on the interior. Marked Gorham.

Note: Kettle on warming stand is missing decorative bead (broken, is included for future repairs).

Dimensions:
Height - 15"
Width - 24"
Depth - 15"
Weight - 25 lbs

Condition:
Good. The set shows a consistent patina with some tarnishing in the crevices of the etching, which is commensurate with age. There are minor surface scratches and faint scuffs visible upon close inspection, particularly on the serving tray from use. The bone/ivory finials and insulator is missing for the kettle, but included. No significant dents, breaks, or repairs are apparent. The warming stand appears to be complete and functional.

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• Low Estimate: 800.00
• High Estimate: 1500.00