The Year of the Dragon
November 7, 2024
Every year as the Lunar New Year approaches I try
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A superb sterling silver anniversary water jug by one of the finest American silver makers – Gorhams of Rhode Island
The water pitcher was a Golden wedding gift in 1899 celebrating 50 years of marriage – hence the gilding
The initials of the original owners are engraved on one side with the years of marriage : 1849 GHSWG 1899
There is an empty reserve on the opposite side of the jug just waiting for another happy couple who are celebrating their golden wedding
A superb and heavy quality piece, this jug is such good example of the form popular in the last years of the 19th century
Every year as the Lunar New Year approaches I try
A sauce boat, gravy boat, or saucière is a low