Antique Late Victorian Silver Plated Coffee Pot with Ebonized Handle – Distressed Shabby Chic Farmhouse Decor

This striking piece of history is a classic example of late Victorian holloware, likely crafted between 1880 and 1900 during the height of the silver plating boom in England or America. The pot features a traditional baluster form with a graceful gooseneck spout and a domed, hinged lid that speaks to the elegance of 19th-century dining service. One of its most distinct features is the ebonized wood handle and matching finial, which were designed not just for visual contrast against the bright metal but for the practical purpose of insulating the user’s hand from the scalding heat of coffee or hot water. The handle's scroll shape includes a thumb rest, a small ergonomic detail that was standard for quality serving pieces of this era.

The piece exhibits a heavy, authentic patina where the silver has worn away to reveal the warm, coppery tones beneath, a look that is highly sought after by decorators for the "shabby chic" or rustic farmhouse aesthetic. This level of "honest wear" transforms the item from a formal serving vessel into a textured, atmospheric decorative object that would look stunning styled on a bookshelf, used as a vase for dried hydrangeas, or placed as a centerpiece in a vintage-inspired kitchen.

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