The well with mark of "WF" possibly for William Faris (Annapolis, Maryland 1728-1804); or William Faris Jr. (Active 1782-1803), featuring a gold wash; the repousse basket is a later attachment to the well, a reticulated form featuring rocailles motifs, double handles, and raised on four claw feet, unmarked, XRF tests 90-96% silver.

4 x 14 x 8 1/2 in.

15.2 troy oz.

Private Collection, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The basket with several areas of separation and repair, the well with rubbing to the gold wash.