Description:
Whiting Sterling Silver Center Bowl, New York, late 19th century, the oval bowl with two upright cast classical busts on knopped stem terminating in an oval foot with two enameled shields mounted to base, one with an engraved armorial and the other a monogram, ht. 13 1/2, lg. 22 1/4 in., approx. 71.6 troy oz.
Estimate $1,500-2,500
Shallow dent to one edge (below female portrait bust),small shallow dent to one edge on the other side, couple pinprick dents to stem. Light surface abrasions, slight loss to gilding to interior. Otherwise in good overall condition, finish is very crisp.
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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.