Rare American Victorian coffee pot by F. D. Hall, featuring a patented double wall construction dated July 1st, 1856 and produced in Philadelphia, USA.
This piece was designed with an innovative air-insulated double wall system, an early thermal solution intended to keep beverages warm for extended periods while reducing exterior heat. Such patented designs were used in high-quality coffee and tea services for affluent households, hotels, and gentlemen’s clubs during the mid-19th century.
The tapered body is decorated with elegant vertical fluting and fine engraved details. The ornate handle and spout display rich foliate motifs, while the hinged lid is topped with a decorative finial. A striking example of American Victorian functional design combined with ornamental craftsmanship.
Ideal both for collectors of historical metalware and as a statement decorative object for restaurant, café, or hospitality interiors.
Details:
• Origin: USA, Philadelphia
• Date: c.1856–1870
• Maker: F. D. Hall
• Material: Silverplate (double wall construction)
• Dimensions: Height: 11.8 in / 30 cm; Width handle to spout: 11.8 in / 30 cm; Base diameter: 7.5 in / 19 cm
• Condition: Good antique condition. Three visible dents - two on one side and one smaller, less noticeable dent on the opposite side. Age-related wear and patina inside, consistent with use. Hinged lid functions properly. No cracks or structural damage.
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