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A silver presentation cann John W. Forbes (1781-1864),
A silver presentation cann John W. Forbes (1781-1864),
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Description
A silver presentation cann John W. Forbes (1781-1864), New York, NY, dated "1821"

The tapered body with bands of repoussé fruit and flowers to upper and lower rims, scrolled handle, the body engraved with inscription, "Presented to Joshua Knight/ by the Citizens of New York,/ for his exertions in saving Four Seamen,/ from the Wreck of the Ship SEA FOX./ 30th October 1821."; marked with both "I.W. Forbes" in rectangle and "I.W.F." in rectangle over "N.Y." in rectangle, and pseudo hallmarks, to underside.



(H: 4 1/2 in. L: 5 1/4 in. (including handle) Dia: 3 1/4 in. (diameter of rim), Weight: 11.92 oz. t.)

Provenance

James D. Julia, Fairfield, Maine, August 15, 1994
A private New Jersey collection.

Condition
great condition overall; raised decoration and engraving remain crisp; minor rubbing to upper part of handle commensurate with age and use; interior seam at upper part near handle attachment slightly visible, but secure and stable
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A silver presentation cann John W. Forbes (1781-1864),

Estimate $1,000 - $1,500
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Lynda Cain
Vice President | Department Head, American Furniture, Folk & Decorative Arts
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