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Overview
An antique silverplated footed cake plate (tazza) by the Middletown Plate Company. The wide rim is engraved with large panels of paisley fronds, fans and small flowers, separated by pointed oval cartouches, around a plain round center well. The rim edge is notched with small round cut-outs. Two cast mounts sit on opposite sides of the rim, where a swing handle was once attached. The plate stands on a turned stem with an engraved floral collar and a domed foot with a matching engraved floral band. It suits a sideboard, buffet or dining table and works for cake, fruit or display.
Background
Footed cake plates and baskets were popular serving pieces in the late 19th century. The underside is marked with the Middletown Plate Co. scales trademark, QUADRUPLE PLATE, the number 1773, and HARD WHITE METAL. The Middletown Plate Company of Middletown, Connecticut made silverplate from 1864 and became part of the International Silver Company in 1898, so this piece dates to before about 1899.
Condition
Good antique condition for its age, with one important loss: the swing handle has broken off and is not present. The two cast handle mounts are still on the rim, and attaching a new handle would need soldering. The stem and foot are tight. The center well has scratches and rubbing, and there is tarnish throughout, darkest on the underside. The plating is worn along parts of the rim edge, where the base metal shows through. Please see all photos.
Dimensions & Weight
It is about 10.6 inches in diameter and 6.3 inches high, and weighs about 2 lb 0.8 oz.
Shipping
Free standard shipping within the US, packed securely.
