Fabulous Antique Victorian Silver-plated Nautilus Spoon Warmer – Circa 1880

Name: Fabulous Antique Victorian Silver-plated Nautilus Spoon Warmer – Circa 1880
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1181016
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Kingsdown Antiques

Description

Fabulous Antique Silver-Plated Nautilus Spoon Warmer; dating to the late Victorian era, this elegant piece was designed to keep serving spoons warm at the table, a luxury detail from a time of refined etiquette and elaborate entertaining.

Resting atop a richly textured base reminiscent of coral and sea life, the warmer features a hinged lid and an interior chamber where hot water would be poured to maintain warmth. With its ocean-inspired form and shimmering finish, this is both a functional antique and a decorative objet d’art – circa 1880.

* Spoon warmers were elite dining accessories in the Victorian era - now rare and collectible.

Measurements:

Height: 5 1/2" (approx. 14cm)

Width: 6 1/2" (approx. 16.5cm)

Depth: 3 1/2" (approx. 9cm)

Total weight: 756g

In good condition – Excellent antique condition with light surface wear and natural patina consistent with age. The lid operates smoothly, and the piece sits level and stable.

Physical Dimensions

Height

14cm (5.51")

Width

16.5cm (6.50")

Depth

9cm (3.54")

Declaration

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1181016

Dealers Internal Reference

P51863

Dealers Notes

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Description

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Resting atop a richly textured base reminiscent of coral and sea life, the warmer features a hinged lid and an interior chamber where hot water would be poured to maintain warmth.

Kingsdown Antiques

With its ocean-inspired form and shimmering finish, this is both a functional antique and a decorative objet d’art – circa 1880.

fig 1. Fabulous Antique Victorian Silver-Plated Nautilus Spoon Warmer – circa 1880 — fig 1. Fabulous Antique Victorian Silver-plated Nautilus Spoon Warmer – Circa 1880

Spoon warmers were elite dining accessories in the Victorian era - now rare and collectible.

Measurements:

Height: 5 1/2" (approx. 14cm)

Width: 6 1/2" (approx. 16.5cm)

Depth: 3 1/2" (approx. 9cm)

Total weight: 756g

In good condition – Excellent antique condition with light surface wear and natural patina consistent with age. The lid operates smoothly, and the piece sits level and stable.