Bronze Posnet

Description:

Bronze Posnet, possibly Lawrence Langworthy, 1692-1739, Newport, Rhode Island, the vessel on three feet, handle marked "NEWPORT. 17," (imperfections),lg. 13 1/4, dia. 5 3/4 in.

Provenance: The Howard Roth Collection.
Estimate $3,000-5,000

Handle markings worn.


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