Hand Made Sterling: Martele

Beautiful Martele silver bowl. Made by Gorham in Providence on Mar. 26, 1914. Round well with shaped base and wavy and scrolled rim. Chased and restrained floral ornament in form of strewn roses. First-rape craftsmanship and fine honeycomb hand hammering. Hallmark includes pattern no. EFX and phrase “Martele / .9584”. Very good condition with rich patina.

Dimensions: H 2 3/4 x D 12 1/8 in. Weight: 32.4 troy ounces. #BN928

This is a lovely pair of American sterling silver compotes, elegantly designed in the Art Nouveau style and bearing the signature of W.C. Codman, the most important and influential designer of Gorham's highly collectable hand-made "Martele" line. The compotes are beautiful and sophisticated in appearance, the Art Nouveau elements being subtly invoked with restraint and refinement in the form of gently undulating borders prettily enhanced by gracefully swirling vines, leaves and flowers. Each of... Click for details