Sugar basket

Swing handle, boat shaped, molded applied elliptical foot. Marked N.YORK/E&S/BALL TOMPKINS&BLACK, the first two lines in rectangular cartouches, the third in a curved banner. Made by Eoff & Shepherd, retailed by Ball Tompkins & Black. 1852. Length 6-1/8". Width 3-7/8". Height to top of handle 6-5/8"; height at ends 3-7/8". Weight 6-3/4 troy ounces. Sht monogram is a script LDC/1852 (not sure of the D in mono). Overall condition is excellent.