Salt cellar (8) - .925 silver
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Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.
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Lot of eight pieces forming four pairs of American sterling silver salt and pepper shakers, Gorham Strasbourg 1138 and Arrowsmith, 925/1000, US origin; total weight 406 g; dimensions about 12 × 4 × 5 cm; condition used with signs of age.
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Description from the seller
Lot of 4 pairs of salt and pepper shakers in American sterling silver, Gorham Strasbourg 1138 (since 1897) and Arrowsmith (1960s).
The lot brings together models with classic and elegant shapes, with worked decorations, fluted profiles and ornamental bases. The four pairs feature different aesthetic characteristics and are of interest to enthusiasts of American table silverware and to collectors of sterling silver objects.
Lot composition
* 1 pair with Gorham mark – STERLING – 1138, model identified as belonging to the Strasbourg line.
* 1 pair with mark STERLING – INTERNATIONAL – 27A, attributed to International Silver Company production.
* 1 pair with mark ARROWSMITH – STERLING.
* 1 pair with mark STERLING – 1102, producer and model to be confirmed by further verification of the punch mark.
Declared data and weights
* Total number of pieces: 8.
* Number of pairs: 4.
* Declared total weight: 406 g.
* Material indicated by the marks: sterling silver.
* Nominal purity of the sterling: 925/1000.
* Production provenance of identified marks: United States of America.
* Era: to be verified with precision; the only model numbers do not allow certainty about the year of manufacture.
Conditions
The items show signs of use and aging, with oxidation, stains and surface wear visible especially on the bases. The aesthetic conditions are those documented in the photographs. A technical verification of the metal purity or the net weight of the silver, excluding any non-silver components, has not been performed.
It is recommended to carefully examine all photographs before purchase.
An interesting lot for collectors of American sterling silver, with four pairs from different producers and models, also suitable for those wishing to expand a collection of sterling silver tableware.
The lot is sold in its entirety, consisting of the eight described pieces.
Lot of 4 pairs of salt and pepper shakers in American sterling silver, Gorham Strasbourg 1138 (since 1897) and Arrowsmith (1960s).
The lot brings together models with classic and elegant shapes, with worked decorations, fluted profiles and ornamental bases. The four pairs feature different aesthetic characteristics and are of interest to enthusiasts of American table silverware and to collectors of sterling silver objects.
Lot composition
* 1 pair with Gorham mark – STERLING – 1138, model identified as belonging to the Strasbourg line.
* 1 pair with mark STERLING – INTERNATIONAL – 27A, attributed to International Silver Company production.
* 1 pair with mark ARROWSMITH – STERLING.
* 1 pair with mark STERLING – 1102, producer and model to be confirmed by further verification of the punch mark.
Declared data and weights
* Total number of pieces: 8.
* Number of pairs: 4.
* Declared total weight: 406 g.
* Material indicated by the marks: sterling silver.
* Nominal purity of the sterling: 925/1000.
* Production provenance of identified marks: United States of America.
* Era: to be verified with precision; the only model numbers do not allow certainty about the year of manufacture.
Conditions
The items show signs of use and aging, with oxidation, stains and surface wear visible especially on the bases. The aesthetic conditions are those documented in the photographs. A technical verification of the metal purity or the net weight of the silver, excluding any non-silver components, has not been performed.
It is recommended to carefully examine all photographs before purchase.
An interesting lot for collectors of American sterling silver, with four pairs from different producers and models, also suitable for those wishing to expand a collection of sterling silver tableware.
The lot is sold in its entirety, consisting of the eight described pieces.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
406 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Number of objects
8
Country of origin
United States
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
12 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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