Ball, Black & Co., John R. Wendt

American Silver Figural Centerpiece

Late 19th Century

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Description

American silver figural and floral mounted centerpiece.

  • Round and curved bowl mounted to open support comprising three leafing oak shoots with acorns.
  • Cast figure of standing boy holding a ball in each hand with one arm raised.
  • Domed foot.
  • Reeding and beading. 
  • Marked “Ball, Black & Co. / New York” and “289 / English Sterling”.
  • Until the mid-19th century, American silver was coin standard (90% silver), but in the 1860s, American makers adopted the English sterling standard.

Condition Report

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Wear consistent with age and use.

Dimensions

Height: 10 inches / 25.4 cm
Diameter: 8.75 inches / 22.23 cm

Materials

Silver

Period

Art Nouveau, Belle Époque

Decorative Style

Transitional Style

Country of Origin

United States

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