{"product_id":"antique-victorian-silverplate-figural-squirrel-nut-bowl-in-leaf-form-circa-1900","title":"Antique Victorian Silverplate Figural Squirrel Nut Bowl in Leaf Form, Circa 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming example of late Victorian tableware, this antique silverplate nut bowl is beautifully modeled as a naturalistic leaf with whimsical figural squirrel handles and cast leaf-form feet. Dating to approximately 1900, the sculptural design embodies the nature-inspired aesthetic that bridged the Victorian and Art Nouveau periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally intended for serving nuts at the table, this piece makes an equally striking decorative accent today. Display it as a centerpiece, fill it with seasonal botanicals or ornaments, or style it on a coffee table, library shelf, or dining sideboard. The combination of woodland imagery and flowing organic lines makes it a wonderful addition to Victorian, Art Nouveau, Black Forest, and English country interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe silverplate has developed an attractive aged patina that enhances its antique character and highlights the intricate sculptural details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirca 1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilverplate over base metal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFigural squirrel handles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturalistic leaf-form bowl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaised leaf-form feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmerican, likely produced by a silverplate manufacturer in the late Victorian period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11 inches wide, opening is 6 inches across, entire thing is 5 inches tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with age-appropriate wear, including surface scratches, areas of plate wear, tarnish, and oxidation consistent with over a century of use.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage Haven Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46875526693063,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/1512\/2887\/files\/105E801E-45EB-430A-BA62-E221BB37815F.jpg?v=1784768277","url":"https:\/\/shopheritagehaven.com\/products\/antique-victorian-silverplate-figural-squirrel-nut-bowl-in-leaf-form-circa-1900","provider":"Heritage Haven Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}