
The art of collecting and taking care of antique silver tea wares
Text by Katherine Cloninger
Polished to shiny perfection and deeply coveted by antique collectors for their history and fine craftsmanship, silver teapots add traditional elegance to a home as well as serve practically as a vessel for tea. For centuries, these exquisite accoutrements have graced the tables of afternoon teas and added refined beauty to china cabinets, dining room buffets, and much more.