Lot 70

Napier Silver-Plated Child's Feeding Cup with Milk Glass Spout, Figural Animal Decoration, Mid-20th Century

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Napier Silver-Plated Child's Feeding Cup with Milk Glass Spout, Figural Animal Decoration, Mid-20th Century
Napier Silver-Plated Child's Feeding Cup with Milk Glass Spout, Figural Animal Decoration, Mid-20th Century
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Napier Silver-Plated Child's Feeding Cup with Milk Glass Spout, Figural Animal Decoration, Mid-20th Century

Current Bid: $10

(2 Bids)
by California Auction Company LLC
August 1, 2026 9:00 AM PDT
Live Auction
1212 E. Harding Way
Stockton, CA, US 95205

A charming and collectible Napier silver-plated child's feeding cup, featuring a removable white milk glass drinking spout and elegantly engraved whimsical animal figures encircling the body. The delightful procession of stylized creatures—including a lion, horse, dragon, and other fanciful animals—reflects the playful yet refined aesthetic that made Napier children's giftware especially desirable during the mid-20th century. Manufactured by The Napier Company, one of America's premier silversmiths, this feeding cup exemplifies the firm's reputation for combining functional design with quality craftsmanship. Founded in 1875, Napier became renowned for producing luxury silverplate, jewelry, and giftware, earning an enduring reputation for stylish household accessories and presentation pieces. The cup retains its original milk glass spout, designed to fit securely within the silver-plated vessel, creating an elegant nursery accessory intended for everyday use while commemorating important milestones in a child's early years. Today, examples are increasingly appreciated by collectors of Napier silver, nursery antiques, children's tableware, and decorative Americana. Both functional and nostalgic, this uncommon children's feeding cup represents an appealing example of classic American silver-plated nursery ware and would make an attractive addition to a collection of vintage juvenile antiques or Napier hollowware.

  • Literature: Comparable examples appear in mid-century Napier giftware and nursery catalogs. The Napier Company (Meriden, Connecticut) produced a variety of silver-plated juvenile cups, feeding cups, rattles, and presentation pieces that remain sought after by collectors of American silverplate and children's antiques.
  • Circa: Mid-20th Century, circa 1940–1960.
  • Condition: Very good vintage condition. Silver-plated surface exhibits light scratches, scattered tarnish, and areas of finish wear consistent with age and use. The original white milk glass feeding spout is present and appears free of major chips or cracks visible in the provided photographs. Marked "Napier" on the underside.

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