Tray, Serving
- Object Name:
- Tray, Serving
- Object ID:
- 1989.057.003 a-b
- Creator:
- William B. Durgin Co -- Manufacturer
- Place of Origin:
- Concord, NH
- Date:
- circa 1925
- Description:
- Tray with insert. Silver, in Durgin's Chatham pattern. Two pieces: tray (a) and drainer insert (b). Tray has a rectangular center with slightly flared rim and beaded edge with a projection at center of each edge. Engraved on outside of rim in stylized letters,"DBJ", with an engraved pellet in between each letter. Four marks stamped on back of tray: in Roman letters, "GORHAM"(double struck); script letter "D" within a crowned shield (for William B. Durgin Company); in Roman letters, "STERLING"; and "65". All marks are incuse. Drainer insert is rectangular with rounded corners; two looped handles on short ends, and four hollow ball feet. Insert is perforated in a scroll design.
- Material:
- Metal
Silver - Dimensions:
- H-1 W-15.375 D-10.875 inches
- Provenance:
- Part of a 243-piece sterling silver service originally acquired by and used by Robert (1880-1973) and Dorothy (1881-) Jackson of Concord, New Hampshire, parents of donors. Set includes flatware (231 pieces), a four-piece coffee set, two serving trays, gravy boat, pitcher, and two salt dishes.
Given "in loving memory of Robert and Dorothy Jackson and a tribute to the artisans of New Hampshire, from Sarah Jackson Doyle and Hope Jackson Garvan." The Chatham pattern was first introduced by the Durgin Co., Concord, N.H., c. 1910. - Credit Line:
- Given in Loving Memory of Robert and Dorothy Jackson and a Tribute to the Artisans of New Hampshire
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