{"product_id":"antique-old-sheffield-silver-on-copper-food-warmer-12-25-georgian-victorian","title":"Antique Old Sheffield Silver on Copper Food Warmer 12.25” Georgian Victorian","description":"A wonderful and increasingly difficult-to-find antique Old Sheffield Plate food warmer, dating approximately to the late Georgian to early Victorian period. This substantial serving piece is constructed in traditional silver on copper, with a rectangular form, rounded corners, ball feet, and handsome side handles with turned accents.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe warmer retains its original internal components, including the removable warming element and insert. The removable upper serving tray sits over the warming chamber, creating an ingenious early table-serving system designed to help keep food warm during a meal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe exposed copper, age-related patina, and wear to the silver surface give this piece exactly the character collectors look for in genuine Old Sheffield Plate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Approximately 12.25” handle to handle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Approximately 8” wide\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Approximately 2.75” high\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAntique condition with expected surface scratches, patina, tarnish, rubbing and areas of silver loss consistent with considerable age and use. Copper is visible in areas, particularly on the interior components.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe feet show age-related cracking\/seam lines typical of early Old Sheffield construction, clearly shown in the photographs. All original components appear to be present. Please review all photographs closely as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStyling\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn exceptional piece of Georgian and early Victorian dining history and the epitome of Old Money tableware. Display it on a sideboard or dining table, incorporate it into an antique silver collection, or use it as a striking centerpiece for traditional entertaining.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e❗❗ ANY OTHER ITEMS SHOWN IN PHOTOGRAPHS ARE FOR STAGING\/DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT INCLUDED. ❗❗\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStaging props are not included unless specifically stated. We proudly reuse boxes and packing materials whenever possible to help reduce waste.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuestions are always welcome.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Marialva Collection","brand":"Sheffield","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41824922992773,"sku":null,"price":198.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/4238\/8613\/files\/9c9cecc1-f01e-4cb6-be1e-8904489220fa.jpg?v=1787525309","url":"https:\/\/themarialvacollection.com\/products\/antique-old-sheffield-silver-on-copper-food-warmer-12-25-georgian-victorian","provider":"The Marialva Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}