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American silver tray, Martelé, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, 1904
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base and coded G/XH
- silver
- diameter 16 1/2 in.
- 42 cm
shaped circular, the borders chased with sweeping flowers in various stages of bloom, center with monogram N&MS, engraved underneath with a presentation inscription "From the Tailors of the Stein-Bloch Co. / 1855 - January 23 - 1905"
Literature
Larry Pristo, Martelé 950-1000 Fine Gorham's Nouveau Art Silver, 2002, p. 318.
Condition
in very good condition with minimal surface wear
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
Gorham's Martelé archives indicate that this was an entrée dish and part of a three-piece set. It was completed on November 21, 1904 and had a net factory price of $165. It was made by F.O. Erichsen and took 19 hours, and then chased for an additional 54 hours by Otto Colmetz.