1982.92.1-5; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Silver Tea Service

Artifact ID1982.92.1-5

Date before 1976

Medium silver, fabric, ribbon, brass

DimensionsOverall (sugar container) H 7 in x Diam 6 in (17.8 cm x 15.2 cm )
Overall (creamer) H 5 1/2 in x Diam 7 in (14 cm x 17.8 cm )
Overall (spouted pourers) H 10 1/2 in x Diam 9 in (26.7 cm x 22.9 cm )
Overall (tray) H 20 in x W 24 in x D 1/2 in (50.8 cm x 61 cm x 1.3 cm )

Physical Description(a-d) A silver tea service set includes a sugar bowl, a creamer, two kettles, and a tray. Each vessel has ornate handles and three have lids with finials. A scrollwork design made of organic shapes is etched throughout the surface of each piece.

(e) A red presentation box
Additional Details

Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was presented to him and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives in 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.

National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)

National Archives Catalog SeriesHead of State Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)

Use Restriction Status Unrestricted

Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.

Collections

Head of State Gifts