{"product_id":"silver-plated-teapot-richly-decorated-16241","title":"Silver-Plated Teapot with Grapevine Relief – Antique, Before 1920","description":"\u003cp\u003eA very old \u003cstrong\u003esilver-plated metal teapot\u003c\/strong\u003e, richly decorated with grapevine and grape-cluster motifs. On the lid sits a bunch of grapes still hanging on its vine; vine leaves decorate many parts of the pot, and even the base is shaped from grape leaves. The handle and spout carry the same vine motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lid is attached with a hinge and can be opened. The pot is made of very thick-walled metal and correspondingly heavy – a piece bound to draw every visitor's eye. It can still be used for brewing tea, though it should be thoroughly cleaned first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: approx. 20.5 cm (8.1 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth handle to spout: approx. 20 cm (7.9 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: silver-plated metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate: before 1920\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill in good condition for its age. A pronounced, age-appropriate patina gives it a dignified look. There are a few small dents, and a small hole on the underside was likely once sealed with tin. Please consider the photos part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of antique silverware and Art Nouveau motifs, as an impressive display piece on a cabinet or sideboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe with a soft cloth. Clean thoroughly before using for tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrice is for 1 item. Ships from Austria, carefully packed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMegaflohmarkt in Vienna. The pot stood heavy and dignified among lighter tableware, as if it hadn't lost an ounce of its weight. Its vines told of feasts further back than anyone can remember. Some things wear their age like a medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #7b3f00;\"\u003eHeavy as a memory — Things with Soul · VintageAustriaShop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VintageAustriaShop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57494509683063,"sku":"30114","price":67.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/4071\/4359\/files\/il_fullxfull.3087922417_8uqw.jpg?v=1790441439","url":"https:\/\/vintageaustriashop.com\/en\/products\/silver-plated-teapot-richly-decorated-16241","provider":"VintageAustriaShop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}