MARK OF GORHAM MFG. CO., PROVIDENCE, 1893

細節

AN AMERICAN SILVER COFFEE POT**
MARK OF GORHAM MFG. CO., PROVIDENCE, 1893
Of Islamic shape on circular foot chased with ocean waves, body chased with mythological scene, scrolling handle with ivory insulators and paw join, hinged cover with scrolling finial, marked on base with oval mark for samples, no. 5187
12½ in. (31.7 cm.) high; 26 oz. (823 gr.) gross weight

注意事項

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.

拍品專文

According to Gorham scholar, Sam Hough, this coffee pot was produced in November 1893 either as a prototype or for special exhibition. This one-of-a-kind object required over 125 hours to chase, at a cost of $180. By comparison, far less time was spent chasing many of the Martele black coffee pots that were produced just a few years later.