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Pair of Hurricane Candleholders, Sterling Silver, Crystal, Black, Starr Gor

Price:$850

About the Item

This pair of hurricane candleholders are by the iconic American firm of Black, Star and Gorham and date from the mid-20th century. They are hallmarked on the bottom "Black, Star Gorham, Sterling Cement Filled With Rod 2761 and a sea creature". The hurricanes are etched with a swirl pattern that plays beautifully with the candlelight. The base of the hurricane is stamped "Sterling". For best net trade price or additional questions regarding this item, please click the "Contact Dealer" button or see dealer details for telephone numbers. FYI 1801 The oldest jewelry house in America was founded as Marquand Paulding in Savannah, Georgia. 1810 Isaac Marquand moved to New York, consolidating the company with several other firms. The first store, Marquand Company, was a little shop on Broadway in New York City. 1851 They were one of the few American retailers who displayed at the London Crystal Palace Exposition. 1860 Throughout the years, as new partnerships were developed, the company name changed to Ball, Black Company and was one of the most famous jewelry stores in New York City, designing for Royal families and dignitaries in both Europe and the United States. 1876 Mr. Black took in two new partners, Cortland Starr and Aaron Frost, and the company name changed to Black, Starr Frost. In 1920, with the addition of a new partner, the company became Black, Starr Gorham 1929 Merged with Gorham Co becoming Black, Starr Frost-Gorham Inc at corner of 5th Avenue 48St. The business was associated with Spaulding-Gorham Inc of Michigan Ave Chicago 23 Rue de la Paix Paris 1939 Exhibited at New York World’s Fair displaying large sculptural jewelry based on the bold designs of the period.

Creator:
Black, Starr Gorham (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Diameter: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
American Classical (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Crystal,Sterling Silver,Etched
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1930s-1940s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
West Palm Beach, FL
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU92835244393

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