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An American Silver and Enamel "Indian Style" Two-handled Cup, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, circa 1890
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- height 6in. (15.3cm)
of baluster form with molded rims, chased with stylized anthemions and accentuated with translucent and opaque enamel, raised on shaped spreading foot, marked on base and numbered S 43
Condition
staining to top of one ivory handle, some age cracks to ivory, enamel may have been touched up, marks rubbed, otherwise good condition
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.
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
Mastering enamel-work was one of the focuses of the Gorham Manufactury in the early 1890s, culminating in their winning the Gold Medal for enamelling at the 1893 Columbian Exposition. This piece is probably Gorham's answer to Tiffany's Indian and Saracenic-style enamelled pieces, designed by Edward C. Moore and John T. Curran; several of these were shown at the 1889 Paris Exposition (see John Loring, Magnificent Tiffany Silver, pp. 64-72).