Lot 173
  • 173

An American Silver and Mixed Metal "Japanesque" Water Pitcher, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, 1880

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on base, numbered 985, with date letter for 1880 and French control mark
  • height 7 3/4 in.
  • 19.6cm
of baluster form, the lightly matted surface applied with band of basketweave at base of neck, one side of body applied with a spray of roses and insect-eaten leaves, the other side with cattails dotted with copper buds

Condition

a few tiny dings to neck on side with cattails but not through, interior with a few salt stains, otherwise good condition
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