Silver Pear Honey Dish with Glass Insert

Description

This charming antique honey or condiment jar features a beautifully cast silverplate lid in the form of a ribbed pear complete with stem and leaf — a hallmark of Victorian and Edwardian decorative silversmithing. The naturalistic fruit form was a popular motif among silversmiths of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, used to elevate everyday table service to an art form. The set includes a clear faceted glass insert that nestles into an ornate silverplate underplate with repoussé foliate border detailing, and a small silverplate serving spoon. This type of piece was commonly used for honey, jam, or mustard at formal table settings. Whether displayed as a decorative object or used as intended, this piece evokes the elegance of a bygone era of gracious entertaining. A wonderful addition to a collection of antique silver, Victoriana, or table accessories.