Black, Starr & Frost Sterling Silver Bridal Basket

Property from the Descendants of Harriet Beecher Stowe Description: Black, Starr & Frost Sterling Silver Bridal Basket, the center of basket engraved 'Wedding Gift from Antoinette Eno Wood', the handle engraved with two sets of initials and April 16, 1914, the basket of lozenge form with pierced handle and pierced base decorated with flowers and with gadrooned edge. 42.72 troy ounces. Provenance: according to the consignor this was a wedding gift to Hilda Robinson Smith who married the Grandson of Harriet Beecher Stowe, Lyman Beecher Stowe.Measurements: Height: to top of handle 12 1/4 in. x Width: 14 1/4 in. x Depth: 11 1/8 in. Condition: Good condition, light wear and scratches. Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS', and Everard Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.

Estimate:$1,600

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