{"product_id":"antique-english-floral-embossed-sugar-dredger-muffineer-sheffield-late-19th-century-7-5","title":"Antique English Floral Embossed Sugar Dredger (Muffineer) | Sheffield | Late 19th Century | 7.5”","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exquisite antique sugar dredger, also known in Europe as a muffineer, is a beautiful example of late 19th century English tableware. Traditionally used to dust powdered sugar over warm muffins and pastries, these charming vessels were once a staple on Victorian breakfast tables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular piece is especially striking for its richly detailed floral embossing, which wraps gracefully around the body. The design features raised blossoms and scrolling foliage, creating a deeply textured surface that reflects the ornate decorative style popular during the Victorian period. The bell-shaped body rises elegantly from a stepped pedestal base, giving the piece both visual balance and a refined silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pierced domed shaker lid allows sugar, cocoa, or flour to be gently dusted over baked goods, while the tall finial provides a decorative finishing touch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe underside bears the mark “Silver Sheffield – Hand Chased,” indicating the piece was crafted in Sheffield, England, a city renowned for its metalwork and silver-plated wares during the 19th century. The “hand chased” marking refers to the hand-applied decorative detailing, a traditional metalworking technique used to create the raised floral motifs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounder Beth Ann loves pieces like this for their beauty and versatility. While originally intended for powdered sugar, a dredger such as this can also be used for cocoa, flour, cinnamon, or confectioners’ sugar, making it a charming tool for the enthusiastic baker or for display in a vintage-inspired kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 7.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Antique sugar dredger \/ muffineer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Made in Sheffield, England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Late 19th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Elaborate floral embossed body with scrolling botanical motifs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Pierced domed shaker lid with finial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Marked “Silver Sheffield – Hand Chased” on underside\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA truly beautiful heirloom piece that combines Victorian craftsmanship, function, and decorative elegance—perfect for collectors of antique kitchenware or lovers of historic English tableware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coppermill Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52364155617599,"sku":null,"price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2623\/3663\/files\/59D68BFD-5F7B-4F40-B768-9098F8C4B046.jpg?v=1773946814","url":"https:\/\/coppermillkitchen.com\/products\/antique-english-floral-embossed-sugar-dredger-muffineer-sheffield-late-19th-century-7-5","provider":"Coppermill Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}