| Accession # |
88.104.4 |
|
Maker |
1847 Rogers Brothers
|
| Title |
Fork, Assyrian Head Pattern |
| Date |
Patented 1886 |
| Medium |
Silverplate |
| Dimensions |
6 1/4 x 5/8 x 1/4 in. (15.9 x 1.6 x 0.6 cm) |
| Marks |
Stamped on back: "(star) ROGERS & BRO A1" |
| Inscriptions |
no inscriptions |
| Signed |
no signature |
| Credit Line |
Gift of Joseph V. Garry |
| Location |
Visible Storage: Case 45, Drawer A
|
| Description |
Cocktail fork with three tines. Right outer tine is broader than other two and has a notched point. The bottom half of the stem is decorated with evenly spaced diagonal striations. The upper part of the handle which flares out to a rounded head is decorated with a dense scrolling ornament topped by a full-faced female head with a necklace and tall flared headdress, Assyrian Head Pattern.
Condition: Good; normal wear. |
