William G. Forbes Silver Sugar Bowl & Tongs C1795 Federal
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:5157 | Age: Pre-1800 |
| Type: Bowl & Tongs tea set | Pattern: Federal |
| Brand: William Garret Forbes |
WILLIAM GARRETT FORBES SILVER BOWL & TONGS c1795 FEDERAL
A fine and very rare c1800 William Garrett Forbes hand wrought silver bowl and sugar tongs.
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 an identical tea service.
This c1795 footed bowl in slender oval form with bright cut engraved
cross bo...ugh and leaf shield, Gothic P to one side for the original owner.Conforming bright cut interwoven leaf band and scrolling leafand geometric border work.Matching tongs with spoon tips, matching monogramand hallmark.
This c1800 William G. Forbes silver bowl 6 1/2 inches the tongs 6 3/4 inches
and the set weighs 13 standard ounces.
In fine condition.Amazing after 230 or so years.
Interior clean as if little used.Rich silver patina
and retains much original detail.
Sells worldwide.
Applicable sales tax.
A fine and very rare c1800 William Garrett Forbes hand wrought silver bowl and sugar tongs.
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 an identical tea service.
This c1795 footed bowl in slender oval form with bright cut engraved
cross bo...ugh and leaf shield, Gothic P to one side for the original owner.Conforming bright cut interwoven leaf band and scrolling leafand geometric border work.Matching tongs with spoon tips, matching monogramand hallmark.
This c1800 William G. Forbes silver bowl 6 1/2 inches the tongs 6 3/4 inches
and the set weighs 13 standard ounces.
In fine condition.Amazing after 230 or so years.
Interior clean as if little used.Rich silver patina
and retains much original detail.
Sells worldwide.
Applicable sales tax.
