Museum Collections
Luce Center
Basket frame
Object Number:
INV.14151
Date:
ca. 1875 - 1900
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
overall with handle raised: 8 1/8 x 11 1/4 x 6 1/2 in. ( 20.6 x 28.6 x 16.5 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on the base: "BLACK, STARR & FROST" and "STERLING" over a wreath above "3019"
Description:
Silver serving tray in the form of a basket; cast oval ring of two foliate bands with four cast medallions and floral garlands between; guitar playing cherubs in the center of each medallion; ring applied to an oval base with two scalloped cross bars across the center; four cast foliate feet applied to the base; triangular joints with cylindrical hinges, attach the cast, split loop handle with an oval disk at the top center to the ring; makers' marks stamped on the base. Missing glass (?) insert.
Credit Line:
Gift of Townsend Lawrence
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.