Reed and Barton silver-plated water pitcher with five pieces Two thumb screws, spout cover with lid and rim and porcelain insert.

This silver-plated water pitcher dates from the late 19th to early 20th century, during the Aesthetic Movement period (circa 1880-1900). The piece features typical Victorian-era decorative elements including the ornate handle with scrollwork, fluted base, and detailed lid with finial. Silver-plated pitchers like this were prestigious items in Victorian and Edwardian households, used for serving water or iced tea at formal gatherings. They are highly valued by collectors of Victorian silverplate and antique tableware for their craftsmanship and historical significance as symbols of the elegant entertaining customs of the period.