Shiebler Aesthetic Sterling Cream Pitcher Mixed Metal Beetle Lettuce Leaf

Description

This is a charming  hand hammered antique sterling silver cream pitcher by Shiebler in the form of lettuce leaves complete with a hungry beetle.  The creamer has an applied three dimensional copper beetle and engraved over the hammering with the veining of the repousse leaves.  Circa 1880. Very good condition with a lightly gold washed interior.  Marked with the Shiebler wings, "sterling", and "396".   Height 3 1/8" to top of handle, 2 7/8 to rim. Weight 70 grams,  2.25 troy oz.