Lot 130
  • 130

An American silver Celtic style large two-handled tray, Tiffany & Co., New York, dated 1896

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on base and numbered 9605-3934
  • Silver
  • length over handles 32 in.
  • 81.3cm
oval, rim applied at each side with stylized scrolling foliage, pierced handles wrapped with acanthus at angles, center engraved with crest, arms and motto in an acanthus surround, base engraved with date February 13th, 1896

Condition

traces of gilding on handles, overall good, nice heavy weight
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Catalogue Note

The arms are possibly those of Jephson.