Vintage Fb Rogers Silver Co. #1158 Footed Casserole Dish

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This is a vintage F.B. Rogers Silver Company round, footed covered casserole or buffet serving dish #1158.

Physical Features

Material: … Read more This is a vintage F.B. Rogers Silver Company round, footed covered casserole or buffet serving dish #1158.

Physical Features

Material: The piece is crafted from silverplate over a base metal. It features a bright, mirror-like polished finish that reflects light heavily across its domed surface.

The Lid: A high-domed, removable cover sits flush within the base to trap steam and heat.

Lid Handle: The top handle features an ornate, open-loop Victorian-style floral or leaf design, acting as a prominent decorative finial.

The Rim Edge: The outer perimeter of the base frame is embellished with a continuous gadroon or twisted-rope border design, adding classical texture.

The Base & Feet: The frame is elevated by three ornamental, scrolled feet that arch outward to stably lift the hot dish off delicate table surfaces.

Manufacturing Context

Markings: The underside is typically stamped with the F.B. Rogers crown trademark and "1883" (the year the company was founded in Taunton, Massachusetts).Function: It is designed to act as an elegant insulating cradle for a removable Pyrex glass baking bowl. This allowed food to go straight from the oven into a sophisticated presentation for holiday tables or buffet lines. See less