Lot 147
  • 147

An American Silver Centerpiece Bowl, Whiting Mfg. Co., New York, circa 1890

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • diameter 13 1/2in. (34.2cm)
bombé circular, the sides applied with scrolling foliage, flowerheads and shellwork above applied enamel burgees for the Larchmont Yacht Club, the Inter-Lake Yachting Association and the American Flag, raised on four double-shell and scroll supports, marked on base and numbered 6252

Condition

some losses to two burgees, otherwise good condition
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