Sterling silver repoussé ewer, S. Kirk & Son,
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Sterling silver repoussé ewer. S. Kirk & Son, Baltimore, MD, circa 1860.
H: 14 1/4 in. Weight: 36.04 oz. t. PROVENANCE: By descent on the Macalester Family to the present owners. This was likely a gift to Eliza Lytle 'Lily' Macalester (1832-1891) at the time of her marriage to Alfred D. Berghmans in 1860. The Berghmans entertained politicians, diplomats and society lavishly in Washington D.C. and at Lily's father's home Glengarry (now historic Glen Foerd) in Philadelphia.
H: 14 1/4 in. Weight: 36.04 oz. t. PROVENANCE: By descent on the Macalester Family to the present owners. This was likely a gift to Eliza Lytle 'Lily' Macalester (1832-1891) at the time of her marriage to Alfred D. Berghmans in 1860. The Berghmans entertained politicians, diplomats and society lavishly in Washington D.C. and at Lily's father's home Glengarry (now historic Glen Foerd) in Philadelphia.
Condition
minor surface tarnish present; some persistent tarnish to handle and spout; leans slightly
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Sterling silver repoussé ewer, S. Kirk & Son,
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