September Premier Auction: Day 1
Fri, Sep 15, 2017 02:00PM EDT - Sat, Sep 16, 2017 02:00PM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 377
Art Nouveau Whiting Sterling Bowl
Estimate: $300 - $600
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
American, early 20th century, rim with elaborate floral blossom decoration, "BB" script monogram, marks for Whiting, "6072", 22.36 oz. T., 3-1/4 x 12-1/4 in.
Notes: Monogram is for Bessie Blinn, born in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1873. Bessie Binn's great grandfather was Isaac Anderson, born in Ireland in 1758, immigrated to America at the age of 16 and enlisted in the American Revolution in 1776. After taking part in many battles, being seriously injured ad later rejoining his regiment, he was captured by the British in 1781 and transported to Montreal where he escaped in 1782 and returned to his home in Pennsylvania.
