264: A GORHAM STERLING PITCHER WITH HERCULES MEDALLION

The Victorian Greek Revival sterling silver pitcher with pronounced handle embellished by a Hercules mask medallion joining the bi-level upper rim trimmed in Greek key pattern, waisted neck over a wreath of hand engraved ivy, maker's mark and company date mark of 1871 on the base along with a hand engraved date of 1872.
Measures 9.5 x 7.5 inches. Weighs 24.45 ozt.
Very good condition noting the monogram.
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.
$600 - $900