German Silver Tea Pot from the South African Museum

 

Object Description

German silver tea pot from the south african museum, mechanically damaged with visible dents, deep scratches and tarnished

Before Restoration

German Silver Teapot before (2)
German Silver Teapot before (3)
German Silver Teapot before
German Silver Teapots damaged lid before

After Restoration

Dented handle layered with silver solder, after which handle was smoothened out
Dented handle layered with silver solder, after which handle was smoothened out
completed before reassembly
7 grades of abrasives used to achieve total smoothness
7 grades of abrasives used to achieve total smoothness

The South African Institute of Objects Conservation was satisfied, and would use it at the Belfry Kitchen to serve tea!