What is an antique table shaker?

An antique table shaker is a functional vessel designed to hold and dispense seasonings like sugar or pepper at the dining table. These pieces range from tall sugar casters to small individual pepperettes. They appear in materials such as sterling silver, silver plate and cut glass, often reflecting the decorative styles of the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco periods.

How were cruet sets used?

Cruet sets held a collection of seasoning bottles and shakers together in a central stand or frame on the dining table. Guests or servants used them to add salt, pepper, sugar, vinegar and oil to meals. Larger sets accommodated multiple glass bottles with silver mounts, while smaller sets functioned as matched three-piece condiment assemblies.

How do I identify a sugar caster?

A sugar caster is characterised by its taller stature and a pierced domed lid designed for dusting sugar over baked goods or fruit. They feature weighty bases and often take cylindrical, pear-shaped or faceted polygon forms. Many examples include hallmarks on the body and lid that confirm the silver standard and year of production.

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These pieces for an antique table shaker bring proper dining weight to the board, spanning silver sugar casters, individual pepper pots and full condiment cruet sets.