Lot 265
  • 265

AN AMERICAN SILVER CENTERPIECE AND STAND, MARTELÉ, GORHAM MFG. CO., PROVIDENCE, RI, 1905 |

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on bases and coded H/RP
  • length over handles 23 1/2 in.
  • 59.7 cm
the bowl chased with strawberries and cherries, the plateau chased with cherries, with a brass flower grid

Provenance

Sotheby's New York, January 16, 1998, lot 2190

Condition

centerpiece with traces of gilding to interior, some minor dings throughout, and a shallow bruise to one of the lobes along the rim; the stand with light surface scratches from use; overall set in good condition
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 the centerpiece and stand were created as a two-piece set and were completed on December 12, 1905. The centerpiece had a net factory price of $635 and the stand $260. It took 120 hours to make the centerpiece and 50 hours for the stand. The stand was made by F.O. Erichsen, but there is no maker listed for the centerpiece. They were both chased by George W. Sauthof, who took 186.5 hours for the centerpiece and 88 hours for the stand.