430: AN EARLY 20C. JAPONESQUE STYLE WHITING STERLING LADLE

The gracefully formed punch ladle retailed by Theodore B. Starr and bearing the Whiting maker's mark is decorated with hand engraved prunus accented by alloys creating gold and copper colors similar to the mixed metals technique.
Measures 12.5 x 4.5 inches with a total weight of 6.25 ozt.
Very good original condition, there are no issues of damage, wear or repair. there are no monograms.
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.
$200 - $250