Gorham "Raphael" Renaissance Revival Sterling Silver Sauce Ladle
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$68.00
An early example of a line issued in 1875, this 6" long, weighty at 1.5 T. oz., sauce ladle is marked "Pat. Appl. For," along with "Sterling" and Gorham's "lion, anchor, G" emblem.
The pattern, "Raphael," is Renaissance Revival in style, with a strongly Moorish influence.
Essentially non-figural, it does incorporate a bird with raised wings in the midpoint of the handle, just below the shield-shaped reserve area that is monogrammed "HWS" in Old English lettering.
The deep, oval bowl has a central concave vee and notched shoulders. A commanding feature of the piece, the bowl has a gold washed, satin matte finish on the interior that is engraved in a bright cut and wriggle work design.
In outstanding condition, the only sign of use is a slight bit of softening on the handle detail. The bowl is free of dents, nicks, or bends, while the engraving remains crisp and bright. The finish is warm and even.
