Lot 3222
  • 3222

An American Silver Creamer, William Hollingshead, Philadelphia, circa 1775

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 USD
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Description

  • marked thrice on base WH
  • silver
  • height 5 in.
  • 12.7cm
of baluster form  on spreading domed foot, chased overall with spiralling gadroons, the rims cased with beaded bands, leaf-capped multi-scroll handle, engraved with block intials IH

Condition

good condition
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