Gorham Manufacturing Co. Sterling Silver Hollowware Base or Bowl, Pattern Number 22140
Hollowware (Bowl or Base component) · Gorham Manufacturing Co.
Pattern: Gorham standard hollowware line, catalog number 22140
Type
Hollowware (Bowl or Base component)
Maker
Gorham Manufacturing Co.
Material
Sterling Silver (.925 purity)
Dimensions
Dimensions estimated small scale base, approximately 4 to 6 inches in diameter; weight varies depending on whether loaded
Description
The image shows the underside base of a Gorham sterling silver hollowware piece, clearly displaying the iconic Gorham anchor hallmark alongside the 'STERLING' mark, the lion symbol, and the production/pattern number 22140. The surface shows standard age-related scratches and surface wear consistent with handling over the decades.
Key Features
Gorham anchor mark, lion passant, 'STERLING' stamp, and distinct production number 22140
Material & Composition
Sterling Silver (.925 purity)
Finish & Decoration
Polished silver surface with a circular base, typical of utility hollowware or trophy bases
Hallmarks & Stamps
Gorham anchor maker's mark inside a shield, lion passant for sterling, 'STERLING', and pattern number '22140'
Construction Details
Machine-pressed or spun base with stamped hallmarks and pattern numbers
Functional Features
Underside base serving as a support or vessel bottom, featuring characteristic production stamps
Handle & Grip Details
N/A for this base component
Craftsmanship Details
Standard American commercial sterling manufacturing featuring precision stamping and factory hallmarks
Authentication Indicators
Genuine Gorham maker's mark and correct American sterling standard stamps
Origin & Manufacturing
Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Era & Period
Late Victorian to Mid-20th Century based on standard Gorham hallmarks
Age Estimate
Circa 1900-1950
Cultural Significance
Represents the height of American industrial silversmithing during the late 19th and early 20th centuries
Condition Notes
Fair to Good condition with moderate surface scratches and wear on the bottom base rim, typical of authentic vintage hollowware
Value Estimate
Estimated value depends on the complete upper vessel, ranging from $100 to $300 depending on silver weight and overall form
Care & Maintenance
Clean with a quality silver polish such as Wright's Silver Cream and store in a tarnish-resistant cloth
Similar Pieces
Various Gorham bowls, comports, and weighted hollowware pieces from the early to mid-20th century
Interesting Facts
Gorham Manufacturing Company was one of the largest and most prestigious American silversmithing firms, founded in 1831 in Providence, Rhode Island