Fish Service
Maker
Gorham Manufacturing Company
(American, founded 1831)
Retailer
Bigelow, Kennard & Company
(American, active Boston, Massachusetts)
Date1885
MediumSilver, silver gilt, ivory
DimensionsOverall (Knife): 11 7/8 in., (30.2 cm,)
Overall (Fork): 10 in., (25.4 cm,)
Overall (Box): 2 1/4 x 14 5/8 x 7 in., (5.7 x 37.1 x 17.8 cm,)
Overall (Fork): 10 in., (25.4 cm,)
Overall (Box): 2 1/4 x 14 5/8 x 7 in., (5.7 x 37.1 x 17.8 cm,)
ClassificationsCULINARY ARTIFACTS
Credit LineGift of Janet Zapata
Object number2006.3.1-3
Description*please see Curatorial Remarks for handling instructions!* Fork and slice with pierced filigree-like pattern with central gilt highlights. Both pieces with ivory handles. In fitted ivory-colored silk-lined box; exterior of box has original paisley fabric.On View
Not on viewCollections
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