August 30th & 31st 2014 Fine & Decorative Arts
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/29/2014
First napkin ring is a dolphin resting his head on oval base while his tail is up against the napkin holder. A small draped cherub sits on top of the napkin holder. Piece is marked 'New Haven S.P. Co. No. 262', and has a dark patina. Second napkin ring depicts Cupid reaching for his quiver of arrows. Mounted on the napkin holder are hearts pierced by arrows and tied with ribbon. The tip of one arrow is broken off. A Frisky dog is on the base, under the napkin holder. Piece is marked 'Reed & Barton No. 1315', and has one spot of silver loss inside the napkin holder. Third napkin ring has a winged cherub blowing a horn. Branches and flowers adorn the napkin holder, although some on the flowers are missing. Marked 'Simpson, Hall, Miller & Co. No.051; this piece has been replated. Last napkin ring has a partial figure of a cherub with wings decorating each side of napkin holder. The cherubs hold fabric with drapes to the sides of the holder, The base is a rectangle with half circle extensions, marked with a lion, an anchor, and one other symbol.
Condition: (Good - Very Good).
Item Dimensions: Largest: 3 - 1/2" T.