210: A RARE GORHAM MARTELÉ CIRCULAR TRAY CIRCA 1875

The circular tray with undulating rim is chased in repoussé flower heads interspersed with random uniquely formed cabochons and embellished with a short raised rim at the four points of the compass, The central dished area with four diagonally positioned lobes is centered by a monogram sculpted in relief amid patterns of spot hammering. The back side is stamped with the Gorham Martelé mark, numerals 9584 letters H X N and the size designation 14In.

Gorham Martele dish - entree dish HXN entered production on Oct. 24 1905; size 14.5; weight: 45.35; maker Josiah Poyton; making time 20; chaser Francis H. White; chasing time 28; net $112.00.
Measures 14.5 inches Weighs 44.65 ozt.
Very good condition with fine to moderate wear, there are no issues of damage or repair.
Provenance: The estate of Morton and Estelle Sosland.In Kansas City, the Sosland family name is synonymous with both giving, and the arts. Of their many contributions to the community, 'The Soslands gave one of the nation's finest private collections of American Indian art to the Nelson-Atkins' museum (nelson-atkins.org). The content of this auction bears testament to their keen eye and varied interests. No property has been added; each lot here originates with the Sosland family and sells without reserve.
$4,000 - $5,000