9"h., 24.7 troy oz.
ASC272 Engraved "LAS"
Beginning as a reaction against the high Victorian period, the Aesthetic Movement evolved during the late 19th century. This movement created a sub style in art which formed a transition between the late Victorian era and the Arts and Crafts style. Complex in nature, this transition mimicked a spirit of rebellion of what came before. Lasting for approximately 20 years, the movement introduced "art for art's sake." The artists of this period rejected the idea that art should serve a moral purpose. Instead, they would strive to create and celebrate artwork for the pleasure to be derived from its beauty. This rebellion is often referred to as a middle-class movement. While items of this era still portrayed surface decoration and formalized patterns, they did not bear rich carving or having Victorian motifs. The ultimate goal was to provide a pleasurable visual experience while including elements of other styles.
MARK OF THEODORE B STARR, INC
NEW YORK, NY
WORKING CIRCA 1900-1924
Each 9"dia., 4.5"h., 48.4 total troy oz.
ASC699
RECENT ACQUISITION The intricate reticulated foliate and scroll aprons are the signatures of a master craftsman.
MARK OF SAMUEL KIRK & SON INC.
BALTIMORE, MD
1925-1932
11"dia., 19.0 troy oz.
ASFB982
SOLD This piece is illustrated in the reproduction of the turn-of-the-century catalog published a few years ago. It bears the factory number 227.
MARKS OF HAYDEN BROTHERS & CO AND GROSJEAN & WOODWARD
CHARLESTON, SC AND NEW YORK, NY
CIRCA 1852
10" h., 31.4 troy oz.
ACWP269
SOLD Engraved "Bequested by Mrs. Eliza Simons to R. B. Gilchrist As a Token of kind Remembrance. 16th August 1852." and "G"
While abundant information exists in the will of Mrs. Eliza Simons indicating a bequest to Judge R. B. Gilchrist of this pitcher, much speculation remains of why she made such a significant gift. The will, dated July 16, 1850 and proved August 16, 1852 specifically states:
"I direct my Executors, as soon after my decease as may be convenient, to purchases a piece of silver plate (silver article) of the value of two hundred dollars and to present the same to Judge Gilchrist as a token of kind remembrance."
Interestingly, the executors elected to use a more informal tone by including her first name in the inscription instead of her husband's name. Note the exact wording on the pitcher includes "as a token of kind remembrance". Could Judge Gilchrist have performed a discreet favor solely for Eliza? Could the beautifully executed repousse water lily, lotus and mums, which denote purity of the heart, rebirth, estranged love and friendship, indicate a more personal or intimate connection? It should be mentioned that Judge Gilchrist is the only individual mentioned in her will that was not a member of her family. One hundred and fifty five years later her remembrance and appreciation of Judge Gilchrist remains immortalized.
Four pitcher of strikingly similar form and ornamentation are known, one in the holdings of a local church. This pieces marks the first occasion of a value associated with this article at the time of procurement.
PHENOMENAL AMERICAN COIN SILVER TEA SET IN THE MEDALLION PATTERN
Tea pot - 6" h. 45.1 total troy oz.
ACW200 Engraved "LID"
According to D. Albert Soeffing in Silver Medallion Flatware, "Medallion patterns were not created in a vacuum. Medallions in the forms of coins and portrait cameos have been with us since ancient times. The rediscovery and exploration of Pompeii and the popularization of the antique and classical styles in the eighteenth century prefigured what was to become a standard of Victorian design. By the time of the Crystal Palace Exhibition of 1851 in London, the use of the medallion element had become firmly established." Not only is Medallion pattern flatware distinctly American, as Soeffing continues, but its manufacture was restricted to the major silver centers of the Northeast and New England.
Note: None of the five medallions on the set repeat, indicating sophisticated design and execution.
PRECIOUS AMERICAN STERLING SILVER PAIR OF CANDLESTICKS
MARKS OF TIFFANY & COMPANY
NEW YORK, NY
EARLY 20TH CENTURY
Each 3.75" bottom dia., 2.5"h., 6.5 total troy oz.
ASC1099
RECENT ACQUISITION Provenance: From the estate of Harold Irving Pratt, Jr. of NY (grandson of Charles Pratt).
RARE AMERICAN COIN SILVER CHAMBERSTICK, TOGETHER WITH SNUFFER
5.75" dia., 8.7 total troy oz.
ACC802
RECENT ACQUISITION This form is usually associated with England. Please note that the snuffer is not original to the piece, but is American coin silver.
MARKS OF HAYDEN & WHILDEN AND GROSJEAN & WOODWARD
CHARLESTON, SC AND NEW YORK, NY
CIRCA 1859
6.5" h., 15.8 troy oz.
ACSCP661
SOLD
Engraved "Nancy S. Pierson 1859"
Created in the latest style, the design of this pitcher reflects the height of fashion at the time. The dome, lobed lid with grand bulbous body adorned by embossed design below the rime and foliate handles exemplifies the opulence of southern high society. Additional examples of this style reside in the Charleston Museum collection. For further information, refere to E. Milby Burton's leaflet Hayden & Gregg: Jeweller's of Charleston, the Charleston Museum, 1938.
SPLENDID AMERICAN STERLING SILVER BOWL IN THE REPOUSSE PATTERN
10.75" h., 26.8 troy oz.
ASWP2089
RECENT ACQUISITION Engraved "The Presidents Cup / Chevy Chase Club / 1926 / Presented by / William D. Hoover / Won by / William B. Mason
This prestigious club dates back to 1887 and hosted The Davis Cup in 1929, 1930, 1931, 1932, and 1933.
