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LOT 307

Lot 307

Large Quebec Silver Ecuelle, mid-18th century

Large Quebec Silver Ecuelle, mid-18th century
Lot 307 Details
Large Quebec Silver Ecuelle, mid-18th century, Canadian

each anthemion form handle with impressed maker's mark crowned UR and flanking a bowl monogrammed PB interspersed with plant stalks
overall width 12.3 in — 31.2 cm; bowl diameter 7.4 in — 18.7 cm

Estimate $3,500-$5,000

Realised: $9,225
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Large Quebec Silver Ecuelle, mid-18th century
  • Large Quebec Silver Ecuelle, mid-18th century
Provenance:

John L. Russell Antiques, Sherbrooke St., Montreal, QC, mid 1960s

Literature:

See Langdon, John, CANADIAN SILVERSMITHS 1700-1900, Stinehour Press, 1966, page 122

CONDITION DETAILS

Two solder repairs to one side of the bowl and a smaller crack at the rim; several relatively minor dents around the side of the bowl; a handle separating slightly at one end of the solder join; well marked with a single maker's mark on top of each handle

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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