Stunning MIXED METALS Japonesque Sterling TEA CADDY Dog Spider

Description

A mixed metals sterling silver hammered tea caddy unmarked but presumably by Gorham. The tea caddy has a pull off lid, a copper tree, mixed metal applied cherry blossoms and branch applied and a copper spider with silver applied web. At the base of the caddy is an applied dog, cattails and reeds together with applied silver "sand" extending along the entire base. There are two applied silver birds in flight. The spot hammering of the silver caddy varies in size on both the lid and the body.  M
onogrammed on the base.
Very good condition.
Height 4 1/8".
Weight 8.5 troy oz.
Payment to be received within three days after the close of the auction.
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