This vintage silverplate pitcher is built around a classic pedestal form, with a rounded bowl, sweeping pouring spout, flared circular foot, and an elongated scroll handle. A deeply molded gadroon-style band encircles the body just below the neck, adding texture between the otherwise smooth, reflective surfaces.
The shape comes from the traditional cream and milk pitchers produced as part of coordinated silver-plated tea and coffee services. The pronounced spout and open top allowed cream or milk to be poured easily at the table, while the weighted pedestal base gave the vessel stability.
The decorative band combines twisted, leaf-like gadrooning with a smaller repeating border beneath it. The handle continues the traditional revival styling with raised scrollwork and a pointed flourish at the upper attachment. Similar silver-plated hollowware was produced by numerous American and imported manufacturers throughout the mid-to-late twentieth century.
Good vintage condition with visible wear from age and previous use. The silver-plated surfaces show fine scratches, scattered marks, patina, and areas of tarnish or oxidation, particularly within the decorative band and ornate handle.
The reflective body retains a bright finish overall. No obvious major dents, cracks, or structural damage.
Maker: Unidentified / unmarked
Type: Creamer / small serving pitcher
Material: Silver-plated metal
Color: Silver
Style: Traditional / Georgian Revival
Design: Rounded pedestal body with high pouring spout
Border: Raised gadroon-style decorative band
Handle: Ornate scroll handle
Base: Flared circular pedestal foot
Era: Vintage, likely mid-to-late 20th century
Macondo Room Object No. 018
This vintage silverplate pitcher is built around a classic pedestal form, with a rounded bowl, sweeping pouring spout, flared circular foot, and an elongated scroll handle. A deeply molded gadroon-style band encircles the body just below the neck, adding texture between the otherwise smooth, reflective surfaces.
The shape comes from the traditional cream and milk pitchers produced as part of coordinated silver-plated tea and coffee services. The pronounced spout and open top allowed cream or milk to be poured easily at the table, while the weighted pedestal base gave the vessel stability.
The decorative band combines twisted, leaf-like gadrooning with a smaller repeating border beneath it. The handle continues the traditional revival styling with raised scrollwork and a pointed flourish at the upper attachment. Similar silver-plated hollowware was produced by numerous American and imported manufacturers throughout the mid-to-late twentieth century.
Good vintage condition with visible wear from age and previous use. The silver-plated surfaces show fine scratches, scattered marks, patina, and areas of tarnish or oxidation, particularly within the decorative band and ornate handle.
The reflective body retains a bright finish overall. No obvious major dents, cracks, or structural damage.
Maker: Unidentified / unmarked
Type: Creamer / small serving pitcher
Material: Silver-plated metal
Color: Silver
Style: Traditional / Georgian Revival
Design: Rounded pedestal body with high pouring spout
Border: Raised gadroon-style decorative band
Handle: Ornate scroll handle
Base: Flared circular pedestal foot
Era: Vintage, likely mid-to-late 20th century
Macondo Room Object No. 018
