From NJ this set of silver has traveled a long way. It was bought by my mother-in-law, AP, while she was living in Maplewood, NJ. It was one of the first purchases she made for herself, while working as live-in help, after she came to this country. It now resides under our bed and and mkes an appearance for all special family events. In the early Forties, she bought the set for $80 at Bamberger's.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Silverware
From NJ this set of silver has traveled a long way. It was bought by my mother-in-law, AP, while she was living in Maplewood, NJ. It was one of the first purchases she made for herself, while working as live-in help, after she came to this country. It now resides under our bed and and mkes an appearance for all special family events. In the early Forties, she bought the set for $80 at Bamberger's.
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What a history these spoons have. Do look after them!:-)
ReplyDeleteMy mother died when I was 6 years old, but one of the things I really like is her collection of beautiful silver tea - spoons from several European countries.
This is a lovely tribute, Birdman.
ReplyDeleteJust read that you are home. Good stuff! And in 5 days ... wu-hoo. Took me 10 but that was way-way back in '72.
ReplyDeleteYou may still get a panic attack, but the body will get the mind through that!
So pleased for you. Just watch out for Nurse Ratchet!
Do you know the work of Wright Morris? This reminds me of one of his photographs. This is a beauty in every way, Birdman. And it is so good to have you home, sleeping atop the silver.
ReplyDeleteIt's lovely! I have my grandmother's silver which makes similar appearances on holidays. I'm sure you are glad to be home.
ReplyDeleteMy mother has an old siverware set that's been in the family for years and it only comes out at Christmas and Thanksgiving.This is a very nice picture. It would have been good for Weekend Reflections.
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure. Love old silver. Good to hear you are back home again.
ReplyDeleteNice picture and interesting story, I have to as mom if she has something like this!
ReplyDeleteWho gets to polish this family silver? I never minded polishing because it gave me time to think about the people who had used it over the years and all the great conversations and stories told over the silverware.
ReplyDeleteI think I have a Wright Morris book with an image of silverware in it . . . I've got to go check my book shelf.