Life, 1913-04-10 · page 29 of 48
Life — April 10, 1913 — page 29: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page contains **no cartoon or satire**—it is a straightforward **advertisement** for luxury silver tea service by Theodore B. Starr, Inc., a New York silversmith established in 1862. The image shows six ornate silver vessels (teapots, coffee pots, creamers, and sugar bowl) arranged to display their elegant design. The text describes the "Regence Tea Service" as reflecting refined silversmith craftsmanship, noting its design echoes Eighteenth Century aesthetics from the period just before Louis XV's reign. The advertisement emphasizes exclusivity and competitive pricing. There is no political commentary, caricature, or satirical content—this is simply a high-end product placement typical of *Life* magazine, which mixed humor with upscale advertising to attract wealthy readers.
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I} Ht ! A Regence HIS beautiful Regence Tea Ser- vice reflects the highest refine- ments of the silversmith’s art. The exquisite grace of the design and the ornamentation of paneled effects in bas-relief, reflect the char- acteristics of the best motifs of Eighteenth Century Art, just prior to the reign of Louis XV. Tea Service In this design and others, which are the exclusive productions of this house, the principal decorative periods are represented. Pieces may be selected separately or in complete services. Prices never higher than prevail elsewhere for equal quality. ‘THEODORE B. STARR, Inc. Established 1862 FIFTH AVENUE AND 47TH STREET NEW YORK HAAR ua MATA HRSA TNO ETTOUTRNTRU TA — comicbooks.com