I was looking through the offerings at the upcoming auction at Alex. Cooper in Baltimore when something caught my eye!
It was a George V silver presentation bowl given to Palmer on the occasion of his 70th birthday.
From the auction catalogue:
Crichton Brothers, London, 1928. Octagonal, on a raised foot, inscribed "Edward L. Palmer, Jr.. With deepest affection from his partners and office associates on his seventieth birthday. May 26, 1947," 41/2 in. H, 10 3/8 in. Diam., 27.6 ozt.
Estate of Edward L Palmer Jr., noted architect, Baltimore, MD. Then by descent through the family
The bowl is in great condition, aside from a few dings, but that's to be expected. It is marked on the bottom with English hallmarks and the maker's name.
