Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2589BLocation: BostonDate / Time: March 31, 2012 10:00AM
Description:
Jones, Ball & Poor Coin Silver Presentation Water Pitcher, Boston, mid-19th century, the baluster-form pitcher with overall repoussé grapevine and bird decoration, on pebbled background, engraved leaves surrounding spout, with vine-form handle with the face of a bearded man, on reeded foot, engraved to the front "Presented to Dr. E. D. Miller, by the Family of the late Rev. Dr. Codman, a token of gratitude for kindness and attention during the last illness of their beloved Father, Dorchester, May 1st 1848," ht. 11 in., approx. 26.2 troy oz.
Estimate $800-1,200
No evidence of any damages or restorations.