large boston "sg" porringer
offered for sale is this 5 1/2" diameter bossed bowl made in the boston area circa 1800. the 'crown' handle has the unidentified "sg" initials cast into its back. the handle is cast onto the bowl, leaving a very nice linen 'dam' mark inside. the basin has nice deep skimming/finish lathe turning marks on the bowls back. the piece is nicely detailed with incised lines inside and out. the condition is good with scratches inside and minor oxidation on the bottom. the porringer is 7 7/8" long.
item #1-899
sold
(am 3416)