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The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Ocean Conservation.
Lot 268:
Description
Three copper and pewter ocean salvage metalware artifacts retrieved from marine environments. The circular copper pan is of hammered and wrought construction featuring a flat handle secured by 2 rivets. The handle displays 3 stamped symbols near a terminal suspension hole. The cast pewter vessel of 19th-century form has a pedestal foot and twin scrolled handles. The vessel body is decorated with horizontal incised lines and includes a domed lid with a turned finial. The final piece is a small pitcher heavily encrusted with dark marine concretion and sand, revealing oxidized metal and green verdigris where the surface is chipped. The handle of the copper pan is marked with 3 symbols; the pewter vessel is unsigned. Largest: 3/4" H x 12" L x 7" W.
From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.
Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund.
Condition report:
General state of items is consistent with long-term marine submersion. The copper pan is heavily oxidized with significant verdigris and numerous dents to the circular body. The pewter vessel displays a misshapen rim and scattered pitting across the surface. The third vessel is entirely encrusted with marine growth and sediment.
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