Antique Sterling Silver Letter Rack or Holder, Gorham C 1890

Antique Sterling Silver Letter Rack or Holder, Gorham C 1890About This Piece An antique American sterling silver letter rack or letter stand, c. 18911896. An elegant way to organize correspondence, the stand features cut out scrollwork and an easel back. Style it on a desk, in a guest room, or in the kitchen for stationery, recipes, or to do lists. Dual marked for Fuchs & Beiderhase and Gorham a highly collectible combination. At 160 grams, a substantial and beautifully made piece. Hallmarks & Provenance

About This Piece

An antique American sterling silver letter rack or letter stand, c. 1891–1896. An elegant way to organize correspondence, the stand features cut-out scrollwork and an easel back. Style it on a desk, in a guest room, or in the kitchen for stationery, recipes, or to-do lists. Dual-marked for Fuchs & Beiderhase and Gorham — a highly collectible combination. At 160 grams, a substantial and beautifully made piece.

Hallmarks & Provenance

American sterling silver. Marked for Fuchs & Beiderhase, New York, NY (active 1891–1896), with a secondary mark for Gorham.

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: New York, USA
• Date: c. 1891–1896
• Maker: Fuchs & Beiderhase, New York (with secondary Gorham mark)
• Material: Sterling silver
• Decoration: Cut-out scrollwork with easel back
• Height: 6"
• Width: 4¾"
• Depth: 1¾"
• Weight: 160 grams
• Item ID: 001623b

Condition

Very good. A few small dimples, a slight bend in the scrollwork, and surface scratches — all in accordance with age and use.

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