American, 20th century. melon forms with scroll decoration, ivory spacers and finials, engraved decoration, monograms, marks for Black, Starr & Frost, "1288", 295.63 oz. T., including 14-1/2 in. hot water kettle with matching coffee pot, teapot, open creamer, lidded sugar, waste, and two handle 30 in. tray; with extra ivory finial - Note: ?This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn. - Provenance: Estate of Paul W. Doll, Jr., Lake Toxaway, North Carolina
Condition
kettle handle loose and one hinge not attached, all with light scratches and small dents