Vintage Metal Coffee Urn or Percolator

This item appears to be an antique or vintage metal coffee urn or electric percolator urn. It is constructed primarily of a brushed or oxidized metal, possibly nickel-plated or silver-plated brass or copper, featuring a glass view knob at the top of the lid and off-white or cream-colored composite or celluloid handles and spigot valve lever. The urn exhibits an urn-shaped or urn-like body supported by a raised base with four cabriole-style legs, tipped with light-colored feet. Decorative foliate engraved or stamped scrollwork patterns adorn the upper section of the body and around the circular base, which is stylistically consistent with early 20th-century Art Deco or late Art Nouveau metalware design. The surface exhibits noticeable wear, surface tarnish, oxidation, rubbing, and discoloration throughout, particularly on the lower front section above the dispensing tap. The owner notes this as a 'Landers Frary & Clark percolator'; however, as manufacturer markings are not clearly legible in the provided photograph, this attribution remains unverified without physical inspection of the base or underside stamps. The name uses generalized descriptive terms as identification is based solely on visible physical characteristics.

Based on what I can see in the provided image, this item is a vintage electric coffee percolator urn featuring an urn-shaped metal body, decorative engraved scrollwork, and composite handles and valve levers. Per user submission, this item is attributed to Landers, Frary & Clark. However, maker marks are not clearly legible from the photograph alone, so I cannot confirm this attribution without an in-person physical inspection of the underside or base stamps. Assuming the attribution to Landers, Frary & Clark is correct, items of this type in fair to good cosmetic condition typically realize between $40 and $70 in the secondary market. The surface displays noticeable oxidation, tarnish, and wear, which negatively impacts its value. Furthermore, I cannot verify from a photo whether the internal percolation components are present or if the electrical elements remain in safe, functional order. General market demand for early 20th-century metal percolators remains modest, largely driven by decor buyers or collectors of vintage small appliances. To confirm authenticity and refine this estimate, an in-person examination by a specialist, hallmark or maker stamp verification, and inspection of internal parts would be required. If physical examination reveals this piece to be an unattributed, generic late-20th-century reproduction or a less desirable brand, the fair market value would decrease to approximately $15 to $30. Conversely, if it bears complete original accessories and clear, early manufacturer marks in fully functional condition, it could reach the higher end of the stated estimate.