Silver plate was popular in Victorian era

#MiddleburyCT #Antiques #SilverPlate #BraidedRugs This silver on copper “bisquit jar” is a classic Victorian piece. It uses an old spelling for “biscuit,” a ... Continue Reading →

Single branch transformed into wooden drying rack

#Middlebury #Kovels Our ancestors were clever and could make many tools, containers and cooking utensils from wood or iron. It was not until the mid-19th century that helpful gadgets ... Continue Reading →