$948
South American Silver Basin, likely Chile, late 19th century, unmarked, round, with ogee rim, and pair of foliate cast ovoid pendant handles, monogrammed, lg. to handles 15 3/4 in., approx. 45 troy oz. with string tag with ink inscription reading: Silver dish from Chile, South America. Thomas Munroe Shepherd brought this bowl from Chile in 1907 when he visited that country. minor age wear.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2008-04-10