Dominick & Haff Sterling Silver Two-handled Loving Cup

Description:

Dominick & Haff Sterling Silver Two-handled Loving Cup, New York, 1881, Theodore Starr, retailer, square, decorated in the Aesthetic taste with a dragonfly over various water plants to either side on a hammered ground, the underside engraved with a presentation inscription: "J.R. Mowbray M.D./from/his friends/John and Lydia M. Haven/November 19th 1881.," ht. 6 1/4 in., approx. 28.6 troy oz.

Provenance: Descended in the family of Dr. Mowbray to the current consignor. A photograph of John Havens and a handwritten letter from John Havens to Dr. Mowbray about the cup accompanies the lot.
Estimate $5,000-7,000

In excellent overall condition with very little wear to decoration.


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