- 4053
An American silver presentation bowl, Joel F. Hewes, Titusville, PA, dated 1931
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on base
- silver
- diameter 11 3/4 in.
- 29.8 cm
lobed circular, one side engraved "Presented to / Clyde Pangborn / by the / City of Titusville, Penna. / Oct. 28, 1931"
Condition
light surface scratches and some minor dings, 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
Clyde Edward Pangborn (Oct. 28, 1895 – Mar. 29, 1958) was an American aviator and barnstormer, performing aerial stunts and earning the moniker "Upside-Down Pangborn." In 1931, he was the first person to fly non-stop across the Pacific Ocean, along with co-pilot Hugh Herndon, Jr. Pangborn and Herndon, a native of Titusville, recounted their adventures to the Titusville Rotary Club upon their return, where they were presented with this bowl.