Gorham Manufacturing Company (1865–1961). <em>Centerpiece with Candle Holder, Bateau Pattern</em>, ca. 1960. Silverplate, 2 1/2 x 12 1/8 x 5 3/8 in. (6.4 x 30.8 x 13.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Jewel Stern, 2004.12.15a-b. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, CUR.2004.12.15a-b.jpg)

Centerpiece with Candle Holder, Bateau Pattern

Artist:Gorham Manufacturing Company

Medium: Silverplate

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Dates:ca. 1960

Dimensions: 2 1/2 x 12 1/8 x 5 3/8 in. (6.4 x 30.8 x 13.7 cm) Other (Candle Holder (b)): 1 3/8 x 5 x 2 3/8 in. (3.5 x 12.7 x 6 cm)

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Museum Location: Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor

Accession Number: 2004.12.15a-b

Image: CUR.2004.12.15a-b.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Silver-plated centerpiece bowl (a) with candleholder (b); "Bateau" pattern. Boat-shaped bowl (a) rises from flat, ovoid base; sides curve upward and come to a point at the ends. Removable candle holder (b) with oval, domed base that fits into bottom of bowl; three short cylindrical bobeches in a row across top of dome. Condition: Excellent, some very light scratches.

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