Four-piece Theodore Starr Sterling Silver Tea Service with Associated Tray and Sugar Tongs

Description:

Four-piece Theodore Starr Sterling Silver Tea Service with Associated Tray and Sugar Tongs, New York, early 20th century, each monogrammed, with an ovoid body decorated with engraved neoclassical scrollwork, teapot and stand, covered sugar bowl, creamer, and waste bowl, with a Walker & Hall silver-plated tray and pair of Georg Jensen "Acanthus" pattern silver tongs, teapot on stand ht. 7 1/4 in., approx. 55.7 troy oz. total.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

In good overall condition, with only light surface wear abrasions, no major dents or repairs. Silver-plated tray with abrasions to surface and wear throughout.


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