Swing Handle Nantucket Lightship Basket by Ferdinant Sylvaro (1868-1952) - Antique Associated At West Townsend

Swing Handle Nantucket Lightship Basket by Ferdinant Sylvaro (1868-1952)

Original Label: Made by Ferdinand Sylvaro / 97 Orange St, / Nantucket, Mass.

Swing Handle Nantucket Lightship Basket by Ferdinant Sylvaro (1868-1952)
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Deep oval form with single wrapped rim and high arched swing handle having shaped terminals; attached with brass tabs and copper rivets. The basket retains its original lightly varnished surface and original jelly label.

Item Date: Circa 1925

Measurement: Height: 5.25"; Height at Handle: 9.75"; Width: 9.25"; Depth: 7"

Material: Mahogany base, swing handle with brass ears, copper riveted to the staves. The maker’s label is intact and displays his well-preserved signature [in his hand].

Item Condition: Excellent

Price: $1,450

SKU 956-50

For More Information, Please Contact David Hillier at 978-597-8084 or email drh@aaawt.com.