Ornate silver-plated cake server with floral engraving.

Cake servers, particularly those made of silver or silver plate, became popular during the Victorian and Edwardian eras as part of elaborate dining sets. These utensils were designed to serve cakes, pies, and other pastries with elegance and precision. The ornate decorations often reflected the prevailing artistic styles of the time, such as floral motifs, scrolling acanthus leaves, and elaborate scrollwork.

Silver plating technology, developed in the 19th century, made decorative tableware more accessible to a wider range of consumers. These pieces, while not solid silver, offered a similar aesthetic appeal and were often marked with the manufacturer's name or a specific plating quality indicator. Such items are now collected for their historical significance, craftsmanship, and decorative value.