This piece consists of a silver frame with a pink glass castor. The glass of the castor is decorated with white frosted leaf motifs and petal shapes. The base and handle are similarly stylized with vines and foliage.

Weight (lbs): 1.75
Height (In.): 11.5
Width (In.): 5.25
Depth (In.): 5.25
Size: 11.5 x 5.25 x 5.25"
Maker: Unknown
Material: Silver Plating, Glass
Date: 20th C.
Provenance: Avon Park, Fl Estate
Condition: Tarnish and some small losses to the silver plating. Patina on the metal beneath it. Some rubbing to the base and beneath the lid. No noticed losses or breaks.
History: Pickle castors were used during the Victorian Era not only to serve the functional purpose of storing pickles for luncheons, but to show the artistry of silver plating and glass blowing designs. The artists of the period took great care in the creation of their castors. The designs on the silver can vary from insects to blossoms, to simple filigreed whorls, but almost always imitate the complex designs of nature. The glass pieces were crafted to fit snugly inside the silver plated frames to make beautiful center pieces for luncheons and tea settings.
Condition: Tarnish and some small losses to the silver plating. Patina on the metal beneath it. Some rubbing to the base and beneath the lid. No noticed losses or breaks. History: Pickle castors were used during the Victorian Era not only to serve the functional purpose of storing pickles for luncheons, but to show the artistry of silver plating and glass blowing designs. The artists of the period took great care in the creation of their castors. The designs on the silver can vary from insects to blossoms, to simple filigreed whorls, but almost always imitate the complex designs of nature. The glass pieces were crafted to fit snugly inside the silver plated frames to make beautiful center pieces for luncheons and tea settings.