1850s English Silverplate Hot Water Pot golden mechanical barrel sign

mechanical barrel sign

This case features aftermarket artwork that has been wood burned into the lid

This piece features a figural torch appearance with the "flame" centered between the two faux candlesticks

MM - 11101 - 092324

1850s English Silverplate Hot Water Pot golden mechanical barrel signMid 1800s; Enlgish Silverplate Hot Water Pot This ornate Victorian pot was used to keep water hot for making tea or coffee. The grape vines, leaves, flowers, and fruit in the Neo Grec style playfully hark to the Greek god Dionysus celebrating bountiful harvests something the owner of this piece would be celebrating with their ornate and detailed silverplated presentations. Item has marked on the bottom: "Patented July 15, 1854." Appears to be