Gorham Japanese Sterling Silver Oyster Ladle
Gorham Japanese Sterling Silver Oyster Ladle
circa 1870s, with Gorham trademark and marked "Sterling," the shaped handle features a woman wearing a Japanese kimono while holding a fan and parasol, the shaped bowl with hand-engraved bright cut botanical, butterfly and brocade decoration, no monogram.
11 in.
4.355 troy oz.
From the Collection of the late Zirkle James Estes, Jr., Charlottesville, Virginia
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition Report: Small pinpoint dent to bowl; light scratching commensurate with age and minimal use.
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Gorham Japanese Sterling Silver Oyster Ladle
circa 1870s, with Gorham trademark and marked "Sterling," the shaped handle features a woman wearing a Japanese kimono while holding a fan and parasol, the shaped bowl with hand-engraved bright cut botanical, butterfly and brocade decoration, no monogram.
11 in.
4.355 troy oz.
From the Collection of the late Zirkle James Estes, Jr., Charlottesville, Virginia
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition Report: Small pinpoint dent to bowl; light scratching commensurate with age and minimal use.
