Lot 82
  • 82

AN AMERICAN SILVER TABLESPOON, PAUL REVERE, JR., BOSTON, CIRCA 1790 |

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on back of handle REVERE in rectangle (Kane mark C or D)
  • length 9 in.
  • 22.8 cm
the rounded terminal engraved with contemporary block initials IDH, in a fitted presentation case with interior plaque engraved "Silver spoon/ fashioned by/ Paul Revere/ patriot/ Grand Master of the Grand Lodge/ of Masons in Massachusetts, 1794-1797/ Presented to/ Harold Lloyd/ Imperial potentate, A.A.O.N.M.S./ by Aleppo Temple of Boston/ August 29. 1949"

Provenance

Harold Clayton Lloyd (April 20, 1893 – March 8, 1971), acquired 1949
by descent to current owner

Condition

tip of bowl worn down on one side, minor surface nicks to handle, the wood case with some scratches and a small loss to one corner
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.

Catalogue Note

Harold Clayton Lloyd was an American comedian and film producer best known for his silent comedy films. He made over two hundred comedy films between 1914 and 1947 and was more prolific than his contemporary Charlie Chaplin. In 1925, Lloyd entered into Freemasonry at the Alexander Hamilton Lodge No. 535 of Hollywood, and then joined Al Malaikah Shrine in Los Angeles. In recognition of his services to the nation and Freemasonry, he was vested with the Rank and Decoration of Knight Commander Court of Honor (KCCH) and eventually with the Inspector General Honorary, 33rd degree. As his movie work declined, he devoted more time to Masonry, becoming Potentate of the Los Angeles Temple in 1939. By 1949, he had become Imperial Potentate of the Shrine in North America and was installed into this prestigious position at Soldier Field in Chicago with Harry S. Truman, then President of the United States and fellow Shriner, in attendance.