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A Gorham Mfg Co. Martelé Iris Motif Silver Water Pitcher, Providence, Rhode Island, 1906. Marks: Martelé, (e...
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$3,875.00
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Description
A Gorham Mfg Co. Martelé Iris Motif Silver Water Pitcher, Providence, Rhode Island, 1906Marks: Martelé, (eagle), (lion-anchor-G), .9584, KVO
10-7/8 x 9-1/4 x 5-1/2 inches (27.6 x 23.5 x 14.0 cm)
1288 grams (41.41 troy ounces)
Monogram: SJB
LITERATURE:
L. Pristo, Martelé: 950-1000 Fine - Gorham's Nouveau Art Silver, 2002, p. 368.
Production of pitcher KVO began on June 20, 1906, requiring 64 hours of production time by Wendell G. Arnold, with an additional 63 hours of chasing by George E. Germer. The final price was $187.
Condition Report*:
The water pitcher presents well, with an elegant feathered fold over rim. Planishing marks throughout. Three scratches to rim, and a few to body below monogram. Push to lower body below monogram. One pin dent to handle. Corner of a foot below spout bent over; pitcher still sits flat with a very slight wobble. Wear commensurate with age, use, and fine polishing.
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2025 May 9 Fine Silver & Objects of Vertu Signature® Auction #8204 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
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