- 4035
An American silver centerpiece bowl, Martelé, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, 1912
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on base and coded YHP
- silver
- diameter 18 in.
- 45.7 cm
lobed circular, chased with large flower blossoms and leaves
Condition
light surface scratches to interior, 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
According to the Gorham records, this piece is listed as a fern dish. It took 36 hours to make and was then then chased by William T. Thompson for 93.5 hours. It was finished on March 4, 1912, and had a net factory price of $260 (Larry Pristo, Martelé: Gorham's Nouveau Art Silver, p. 444).