07-18-201507-18-2015
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2835BBoston
July 18, 2015 10:00 AMCalender
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William Gale & Son Sterling Silver Basket

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$738$600
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2835BLocation: BostonDate / Time: July 19, 2015 10:00AM

Description:

William Gale & Son Sterling Silver Basket, New York, 1862, with gold-washed interior, scalloped rim, and bail handle, the body with engraved scrolls centering a portrait medallion of Dante to either side, lg. 6 in., approx. 8.7 troy oz.

Provenance: Property of a Boston Area Philanthropist.
Estimate $400-600

In good overall condition with only scattered minor abrasions to interior, pinprick dent to lower body and minor rubbing to decoration (particularly medallions) consistent with polishing over the years.


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