Lot 1088
[Tea Service]. Five Antique Tea and Coffee Vessels from Gorham. Later 19th century. A handsome partial tea service. Included are a teapot, a hot water or coffee pot, a creamer, plus a lidded sugar bowl, along with a similar twin handled bowl. The vessels classically inspired, with raised fluting along their sides, and restrained acanthus ornament at handles and spouts. All hallmarked with Gorham's ensign, and "2590," either pattern or job number. All items initialed, JMR, in flowing cursive script. Along with these, a group of recent flatware pieces by Westmorland -- a total of 46 pieces. Included are butter knives, dinner knives, salad forks, teaspoons, chowder or cream soup spoons, and more. The service is well preserved, the flatware new and unused. Height of coffee pot: 7-3/8".
Also four robust, heavy vessels from a Gorham tea service including teapot, creamer, a covered sugar bowl, and similar open bowl. Finely crafted in a lavish Roccoco style, each item of rounded, swelling form, with fluting, and abundant floral swags and arabesques. The handle of the teapot with ivory accents. All items initialed, LJE, in flowing cursive script. Along with these a splendid 22" serving tray in a similar pattern. All hallmarked with Gorham's ensign, and consecutive piece or job number, A2112 to A2115. The tray marked A1139. Over 265 oz. of sterling silver in all. Inspection suggested, but overall fine and attractive material. A splendid example of American conspicuous consumption at the turn of the century!
Estimated Value $1,500-UP.
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