Lot 3177
  • 3177

An American Silver Cake Basket, Colin And John W. Forbes, New York, circa 1820

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on underside of rim and with pseudo hallmarks
  • Silver
  • length 13 in.
  • 33cm
of rectangular boat form with rounded corners, the rim applied with die-rolled band of running foliage on a matted ground, matching swing handle and rim foot, base engraved with initials J.G/A.M.A/K.H./A.A.L

Provenance

Property from the Collection of Mrs. Allen Trench, Concord, MA
Sold, Sotheby's, New York, 20-23  June 1979, lot 45

Condition

some overall wear and light scratches from use, otherwise good condition
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