Antique Silverplate Tall Teapot circa 1920-30's

All clean lines and quiet gleam, this antique silverplate teapot brings the elegance of an earlier age to the modern table. The faceted, octagonal body rests on a stepped foot; a hinged lid (which is need of a pin to secure it) rises to a dark finial, and the spout pours in a smooth, confident arc. It’s the kind of piece that makes an everyday cup feel considered.

Attributed to early 20th-century EPNS work and with a “5314” mark on the bottom, examples of this form are associated with the Barbour Silver Company, a Connecticut-based firm active from 1892 to 1943, known for its fine silverplate craftsmanship. Based on stylistic clues and common usage, this teapot most likely dates from the 1920s to 1930s, a period when such gracefully sculpted, nickel-silver–plated hollowware was in its quiet prime. 

Its underside bears the stamp BSCEP 5314,  a maker’s mark indicating Barbour Silver Company ElectroPlate, indicating it was manufactured by the Barbour Silver Company with their silver plating process. The number denotes its pattern or production reference. Time has left it with a lovely patina, making it as much a piece of history as a functional vessel for tea.

The silhouette is angled and curved but all welcoming. Equally at home styled on a shelf or put to work for afternoon tea, this one has intricate details engraved across the surface. Enjoy your tea with silver reflection, just the glow of light and the moment you’re in. Gently polished, with age-appropriate character that adds to its charm. Hand wash only; avoid abrasives to keep the finish luminous.