William G. Forbes Silver Covered Bowl C1800 Federal
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:28061 | Age: 1800-1849 |
| Type: Bowl tea set | Pattern: Federal |
| Brand: William Garret Forbes |
WILLIAM GARRETT FORBES SILVER COVERED BOWL c1800 FEDERAL MANNER
A fine and rare c1800 William Garrett Forbes hand wrought silver covered sugar bowl.
Born 1751.
Opened his shop in New York City in 1773.Numerous important commissions.Today his work can be found in major personal and museum collections.
The Museum of the City of New York displays the identical tea service, includingthe distinctive foliate volute drop ring handles found... on both thisand the museum's covered sugar bowl.
Gothic P for the original owner.
This c1800 William G. Forbes covered sugar bowl 7 inches talland weighs 13 1/2 standard ounces.
In fine condition.Interior clean as if little used.Rich silver patina
and retains near original detail.Mild surface wear & couple tiny pecks.
Sells worldwide.
Applicable sales tax.
A fine and rare c1800 William Garrett Forbes hand wrought silver covered sugar bowl.
Born 1751.
Opened his shop in New York City in 1773.Numerous important commissions.Today his work can be found in major personal and museum collections.
The Museum of the City of New York displays the identical tea service, includingthe distinctive foliate volute drop ring handles found... on both thisand the museum's covered sugar bowl.
Gothic P for the original owner.
This c1800 William G. Forbes covered sugar bowl 7 inches talland weighs 13 1/2 standard ounces.
In fine condition.Interior clean as if little used.Rich silver patina
and retains near original detail.Mild surface wear & couple tiny pecks.
Sells worldwide.
Applicable sales tax.
