Though his work is ardently sought by collectors, Porter's output was not always of consistent quality. His soldering was occasionally sloppy, and his hammer marks were at times random. Here, the seams are nearly invisible, and the art peen hammering (please see third enlargement) is laid out masterfully along the vertical axis.
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The quality of this engraving is above average, and it remains in fine condition.
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For whatever reason, items in this pattern do not tend to wear well. This one is in exemplary condition.
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The engine turned work on this mug is of above average quality.
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French Sculptor Auguste Arnaud is noted for his work "The Skirmisher," now housed at the Redoute de Gravelle in Paris. He sought but failed to win a commission for the official state sculpture of Don Pedro II, King of Portugal. Most probably these were his personal candlesticks, purchased during his time in Portugal...
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This is a hefty, fine quality item. Though there's light wear...
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Though Gorham is best known for silver, they also made bronze objects, such as these, of extraordinary quality. Both the famous Shaw Memorial by St Gaudens on the Boston Common and the Brown University bear are Gorham bronzes.