Lot 144
  • 144

An American Silver Flatware Service, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, late 19th century

Estimate
15,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • Mythologique pattern, engraved with monogram MMI, comprising:
    twelve dinner knives
    twelve dinner forks
    twelve lunch knives
    twelve lunch forks
    twelve fish knives
    eleven fish forks
    twelve butter spreaders
    twenty-three salad forks
    eleven oyster forks
    twelve ice cream forks
    nineteen teaspoons
    fourteen dessert spoons
    twelve chowder/gumbo spoons
    twelve grapefruit spoons
    twelve demitasse spoons
    twelve iced tea spoons
    twelve ice cream spoons
    twelve chocolate spoons
    two-piece carving set
    one fish serving fork
    two cold meat forks
    four serving spoons
    one pie server
    one berry spoon
    one bon-bon server
    one olive spoon
    one pickle fork
    one sugar spoon
    249 pieces
  • silver

Condition

knives with stainless blades, a little wear to high spots but overall good condition
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.