September Uncurated: Art, Furnishings, and Estate Discoveries
Lot 221:
Sold for: $60
Description
A collection of seven assorted metalware objects featuring a variety of styles from modern to traditional. The lot includes a modern sand-cast recycled aluminum pitcher by Mariposa with a handle composed of graduated spheres, marked on the base: © MARIPOSA. A silver-plated spirit kettle on a tripod stand by Mappin and Webb Ltd. includes a central fuel burner and a swivel handle with a black composite grip, marked on the kettle base: MAPPIN and WEBB. LTD, HARD SOLDERED, 21. A large silver-plated jug by Crescent Silverware Manufacturing Co. features a gadrooned rim and ornate scroll handle, with the base bearing pseudo-hallmarks of a wolf head, a letter C within a crescent moon, and a crown, above the number 3155 G. An ornate silver-plated footed pot with an elaborate spout and hinged lid features stylized Hebrew character stamps on the neck. Two nickel silver footed cups by Grand Silver Co. are marked on the bases: GRAND SILVER CO WEAR-BRITE NICKEL SILVER. The final item is a square-form woven metal basket with a flat swing handle by F.B. Rogers Silver Co., marked on the bottom exterior rim: F.B. ROGERS. Largest piece 9.5″ H x 7.5″ W x 5″ D.
Location: 24B
Condition report:
Items are in fair to good vintage condition with surface scratches and tarnishing consistent with age. The Crescent jug exhibits significant silver plate loss and copper bleeding on the body and rim. The Mappin and Webb stand and the Grand Silver Co. cups show heavy oxidation and tarnish. The spirit kettle appears complete with its matching stand and burner.
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