Early Samuel Kirk Silver Ewer
Hammer Price w/ BP
$6,300
| Lot #: 244 Early Samuel Kirk Silver Ewer |
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Circa 1830. Mark of Samuel Kirk, Baltimore, 1830-1846. Marked 'S.K.' and '11 oz' in cartouches. Heavy repousse floral work with grey hound form handle and a vacant cartouche in the front. Weight: 58.3 troy ounces. Note: Samuel Kirk was a silversmith who introduced the repousse technique to the United States in 1828. Purchase Note: New customers purchasing silver, gold, or jewelry are required to make payment by wire or check unless previously discussed with Cottone's. |
| Ht. 14 1/2 in. Dia. 6 in. |
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Provenance The collection of John Pierpont Morgan (American, 1837-1913). Sotheby's Parke-Bernet, New York, "A Notable Collection of Old English and Continental Silver Property of the Estate of the Late J. P. Morgan," October 31 - November 1, 1947, lot 49. Collection of John F. Triepel (1899-1985). Estate of Sidonie (Triepel) Williams, Buffalo, New York. |
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Condition Excellent. No signs of a monogram removal. |
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Auction Date Mar 27, 2025 |
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