{"product_id":"edwardian-three-piece-sterling-silver-fluted-octagonal-tea-set","title":"Edwardian three-piece sterling silver fluted octagonal tea set","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eElegant antique Edwardian sterling silver three-piece tea set, made by William Adams and fully hallmarked for Birmingham, 1903. The set features tapered octagonal bodies with finely fluted incuse corners, reflecting the refined classical influences of Edwardian design. The teapot is fitted with a turned ebony wooden scroll handle and a matching ebony finial, providing a sophisticated contrast to the polished silver surfaces. The teapot, sugar bowl, and milk jug are crafted with clean, angular lines and a beautiful symmetry, offering a timeless design that remains highly desirable for collectors and elegant table settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe Edwardian period (1901–1910) was marked by a taste for elegant, restrained classical design, often combined with practical craftsmanship. Silver tea services from this era are admired for their balance of form, functionality, and beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eTotal weight: 477.50 g (15.4 troy ounces)\u003cbr\u003eTeapot weight: 308.52 g\u003cbr\u003eSugar bowl and creamer combined weight: 168.98 g\u003cbr\u003eTeapot dimensions: 11.5 cm tall, 23.5 cm spout to handle, 8.5 cm wide\u003cbr\u003eSugar bowl dimensions: 6 cm tall to rim, 13.5 cm handle to handle, 6 cm wide\u003cbr\u003eMilk jug dimensions: 6 cm tall to spout, 11 cm spout to handle, 5 cm wide\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGood antique condition overall. The teapot interior is very clean. \u003cspan\u003eThe set retains a lovely bright polish and displays beautifully. Several dings are present on all three pieces, appropriate for their age and use. There is a thin crack at the bottom of the teapot spout through which water seeps, and tiny splits are visible at the tip of the spout.  Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rita's Bazaar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54035604799821,"sku":"3578","price":575.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/4191\/4957\/files\/86-DSC_0086-Photoroom_bc64110a-4cf0-4b62-8577-41e0af363d06.webp?v=1780946007","url":"https:\/\/ritasbazaar.co.uk\/products\/edwardian-three-piece-sterling-silver-fluted-octagonal-tea-set","provider":"Rita’s Bazaar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}