Lot 189
  • 189

An AMERICAN SILVER "Japanesque" TWO-HANDLED BOWL, Whiting Mfg. Co., North Attleboro, MA, circa 1880

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on base and numbered 816B
  • Silver
  • length over handles 11 1/4 in.
  • 28.5cm
of circular bellied form, the surface spot-hammered and engraved with prunus branches, the rim applied with a sparrow and twig-form handles springing from maple leaves

Provenance

Sotheby's New York, 15 June 1998, lot 1556

Condition

interior with light scratches and a few salt stains, overall very good condition, decoration crisp
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.
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