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Intaglio Tray with Bacchus and Sterling Silver Trim by Sinclaire & Co.
This exceptional tray was crafted by the renowned firm of H. P. Sinclaire & Co. The intaglio engraved design features the figure of Bacchus surrounded by grapes and vines. Figural engravings such as this are exceptionally rare, some of the most coveted items among all glassware. It required highly skilled artisans to manipulate the carving tools with precision, delicately creating this figure. The classic design is enhanced by a sterling silver rim by Philadelphia-based silversmiths J.E. Caldwell & Co., decorated with intricate fruit designs.
H.P. Sinclaire and Co. operated in Corning, New York, from 1904 until 1928 and are noted for their outstanding geometric patterns as well as engraved patterns. Prior to opening his own shop, Sinclaire worked for T.J. Hawkes & Co., one of the most prominent and prolific American glass workshops of the late American Brilliant era. Sinclaire & Co. specialized in glass engraving.
Silver stamped "Sterling J.E. Caldwell & Co. Philadelphia"
Early 20th century
13 1/2“ diameter
H.P. Sinclaire and Co. operated in Corning, New York, from 1904 until 1928 and are noted for their outstanding geometric patterns as well as engraved patterns. Prior to opening his own shop, Sinclaire worked for T.J. Hawkes & Co., one of the most prominent and prolific American glass workshops of the late American Brilliant era. Sinclaire & Co. specialized in glass engraving.
Silver stamped "Sterling J.E. Caldwell & Co. Philadelphia"
Early 20th century
13 1/2“ diameter
$1,359.75
Original: $3,885.00
-65%Intaglio Tray with Bacchus and Sterling Silver Trim by Sinclaire & Co.—
$3,885.00
$1,359.75
Description
This exceptional tray was crafted by the renowned firm of H. P. Sinclaire & Co. The intaglio engraved design features the figure of Bacchus surrounded by grapes and vines. Figural engravings such as this are exceptionally rare, some of the most coveted items among all glassware. It required highly skilled artisans to manipulate the carving tools with precision, delicately creating this figure. The classic design is enhanced by a sterling silver rim by Philadelphia-based silversmiths J.E. Caldwell & Co., decorated with intricate fruit designs.
H.P. Sinclaire and Co. operated in Corning, New York, from 1904 until 1928 and are noted for their outstanding geometric patterns as well as engraved patterns. Prior to opening his own shop, Sinclaire worked for T.J. Hawkes & Co., one of the most prominent and prolific American glass workshops of the late American Brilliant era. Sinclaire & Co. specialized in glass engraving.
Silver stamped "Sterling J.E. Caldwell & Co. Philadelphia"
Early 20th century
13 1/2“ diameter
H.P. Sinclaire and Co. operated in Corning, New York, from 1904 until 1928 and are noted for their outstanding geometric patterns as well as engraved patterns. Prior to opening his own shop, Sinclaire worked for T.J. Hawkes & Co., one of the most prominent and prolific American glass workshops of the late American Brilliant era. Sinclaire & Co. specialized in glass engraving.
Silver stamped "Sterling J.E. Caldwell & Co. Philadelphia"
Early 20th century
13 1/2“ diameter
