Lot 3187
  • 3187

A Pair Of American Silver Salvers, Joseph Lownes, Philadelphia, circa 1810

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • each marked twice on base J.Lownes in conforming punch
  • Silver
  • diameter 8in.
  • 20.3cm
circular, the rims applied with band of interlaced ribbons enclosing ovolos alternating with buds, each on three paw supports headed by lion masks flanked by Greek key

Provenance

Sold, Sotheby's, New York, 19 June 1992, lot 70

Condition

both with very light scratches, one slaver through at nose of lion head support, aonther with nose repaired, good condition overall, heavy
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