Charming small coffee or chocolate pot in silver plated copper, of a baluster shape with gadrooned decoration, set with an elegant kickback handle. Antique English Neo-Classical style, Victorian period from circa 1900.
Condition: small dents and scratches, interior worn down to copper
Size: Height: 15.5 cm Diameter: 7 cm
Style note — Neo-classical style looks back at and draws its design inspiration from the ancient Greece and Rome, and uses those elements in decoration. Most neo-classical items are defined by straight and clean lines, elegant repetitive floral patterns, floral garlands and gadrooning.
Facts of Lavish Tea facts — the first ever book on tea was written in China in the 8th century by Lu Yu. It is called Tea Classic and covers tea growing, preparation and drinking.