Martele Gorham / American Art Nouveau Handwrought Sterling Kettle-on-Stand c.1903

GORHAM MFG. CO SILVERSMITHS Providence, RI
FINN ERICHSEN (Maker)
WILLIAM T. THOMPSON (Chaser)
SPAULDING & CO (Retailer) Chicago, IL

Kettle-on-stand c. 1903

Completely specially handwrought sterling silver in an overall organic form with highly stylized vines and blossom motifs with cutout details on the base. Bone spacers and finial for burner handle.  Approx. silver weight is 66 troy ounces.

Marks for kettle: Gorham Martele touchmarks, 950  –  1000
FINE, F R U, SPAULDING & CO., CHICAGO, SE (Script signature)

Marks for burner: Gorham Martele touchmarks, 950  –  1000 FINE, P F, SPAULDING & CO., CHICAGO

H: 14″ x W: 9″ x D: 6 1/2″

Price: $24,500