The Timeless Treasure of Silver Teapots

The Timeless Treasure of Silver Teapots
Fine silver tea sets can be procured at stores like Beverly Bremer Silver Shop in Atlanta, Georgia. Photography by William Dickey.

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.