Description:
Six-piece Gorham "Chantilly" Pattern Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Service, Providence, c. 1902, monogrammed, comprised of a kettle-on-stand, coffeepot, teapot, covered sugar, waste bowl, and creamer, kettle ht. 13 1/2 in., approx. 143.5 troy oz.
Estimate $1,500-2,500
Scattered pinprick and shallow dents, surface wear throughout. Each with engraving removal (one with worn monogram to side side and removal to other). Coffeepot with handle separate but present (needs new heat stops and pins) and spout bent at the tip.
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Stuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.