Lot 3202
  • 3202

An American Silver Teapot Stand, John Avery, Preston, CT, circa 1790

Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked thrice on base J·A in rectangle
  • length 6 7/8 in.
  • 17.4cm
oval with applied beaded rim, the surface and border outlined with bands of scallops and chevrons, engraved in center with contemporary monogram EDW in ribbon-tied shield above crossed laurel sprays, raised on four fluted bracket feet with beaded swags at tops

Provenance

Sold, Sotheby's, New York, 28-31 January, 1993, lot 111.

Condition

some minor scratches to surface from use, one maker's mark not clear, otherwise good condition
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