- 833
An American silver fern dish, Martele, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, 1913
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on base, coded BJG, Britannia standard
- silver
- diameter 15 in.
- 38 cm
on four lobe feet, the waved turned-over rim chased with lilies of the valley, violets, cyclamen, and other flowers
Literature
Larry Pristo, in Martelé: Gorham's Art Nouveau Silver, identifies the BJG fern dish as being formed by James Leckenby over 48 hours, then chased by Harry Heath for 78 hours. The dish was finished on April 21, 1913, and had a net factory price of $225.
Condition
minor scratches and some spotting from use, traces of patination in depths of chasing, light scouring marks, otherwise good, nice weight and recognizable flowers
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.