Lot 52
  • 52

An American Silver and Mixed Metal "Japanese Style" Bowl, Whiting Mfg. Co., New York, circa 1880

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • diameter 9 1/2in. (24cm)
of low circular form on pedestal foot, the spot-hammered surface engraved with bamboo and pine branches, and applied with leaves, a locust with copper thorax and copper strawberries and olive, marked on base and numbered 802D

Condition

good condition
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