"""Auctioneer Jean-Paul Napoli noted that Samuel Kirk's askos-form ewer received the most chatter in the presale run up. In a large size, at 10 inches high, the work sold as the second highest lot in the sale, earning $34,800. The goats atop reference the Greek askos form, wine jugs traditionally made from goatskin. This work was exhibited at the Baltimore Historical Society's 1993 show, """"Classical Maryland, 1815-1845: Fine and Decorative Arts from the Golden Age."""" The firm wrote, """"This is one of finest classical creations to come from early Nineteenth Century Baltimore."""" They noted its """"elaborate chasing, floral repousse work and detailed cast elements on the body... [including] a high-relief winged angel standing on a stippled background at the handle terminal."""""""
The image showcases a silver-colored, intricately decorated metal pitcher with a handle and lid adorned with floral and leaf designs.
The image showcases a silver-colored, intricately decorated metal pitcher with a handle and lid adorned with floral and leaf designs.