Lot 10
  • 10

An American silver punch bowl and ladle, Tiffany & Co., New York, circa 1906

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked underneath and numbered 16711-4144, ladle marked on back of handle
  • silver
  • length over handles 16 3/4 in.
  • 42.6 cm
octagonal bowl, engraved with Latin inscription below rim, pendant ring handles, with matching double-lipped ladle

Condition

light surface scratches from use, overall good condition, nice heavy weight
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Catalogue Note

Inscription reads "FOECUNDI CALICES QUEM NON FECERE DISERTUM" and translates to "Whom has not the inspiring bowl made eloquent."