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Lot 185
Sale 3334 - American Furniture, Folk and Decorative Arts
Nov 10, 2021
6:00AM ET
Live / Philadelphia
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Estimate
$2,000 -
3,000
Price Realized
$5,355
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A sterling silver presentation salver Charles Reilley and George Storer, London, 1840
With scalloped rim, on scrolled feet, the center decorated with engraved neo-rococo motifs surrounding engraved inscription, "Presented BY THE PASSENGERS OF the Packet Ship, George Washington/ TO CAPTN. AMBROSE BURROWS/ Her Commander,/ As a Testimonial of their Respect for his Abilities as a Seaman and Gratitude for his kindness and unwearied attention to their comfort and happiness during the Voyage from NEW YORK TO LIVERPOOL/ Feby. 1841.," marked to underside,and with additional mark, "Wordley & Mayer, Liverpool."
H: 1 1/2 in. Dia: 14 1/4 in., Weight: 37.42 oz. t.