English Coffee Pot In Solid Silver, London, 1918, Crichton Bros.

An elegant English coffee pot in solid silver, with a slightly conical baluster shape, resting on a circular base. The plain body, with its clean and harmonious lines, perfectly illustrates the refinement of early 20th-century English silversmithing. The straight spout is fitted with a hinged lid that opens with a push-button, surmounted by a top-shaped handle. The turned wooden side handle ensures a comfortable grip and offers an elegant contrast to the brilliance of the silver. Beautifully crafted, with balanced proportions, this piece is both functional and decorative, characteristic of late Edwardian English production. Hallmarks: Sterling silver, London hallmark, date letter C for 1918, maker's mark: LAC. Under the base: Crichton Bros – London & New York. Manufacturer: Crichton Brothers, a renowned Anglo-American silversmith and jeweller, operating between London and New York, celebrated for the quality of its pieces for an international clientele. Origin: England, London. Period: 1918. Weight: 397g. Height: 28cm.