19th Century Cantonese Punch Bowl

A wonderful large 19th century American carved wood dough bowl with a wonderful shape, and an old iron repair. At some point in its lifetime, someone added a hanger on the back so it...

Whiting, sterling silver centerpiece stand from the late 19th century with exquisite engravings at the top, a reticulated rim as well as highly decorative, ornamental motifs adorning the stem and 3 feet. It measures 10'' in diameter by 8 7/8'' in height, weighs 23.1 troy ounces, and bears hallmarks as shown. Originally in Massachusetts, Whiting Manufacturing Company relocated to New York in 1875. The company was purchased by Gorham in 1924 and the production transferred to Providence, Rhode Island. Whiting had relatively small production output but produced exceptional handmade silverware in relatively small quantities. The Company's most famous and important designer was Charles Osborne...