Ball Black & Co. Sterling Four-Piece Tea Service, w/a Gorham EPNS Tray Circa 1865, marked Ball Black & Co, New York, 925/1000, possible maker John R. Wendt, (1828-1907) . Each of exaggerated urn form, with etched scrolls centering a reserve, with a angled handles and stylized Art Deco finials. Comprising, a kettle on stand, a tea pot, a covered Sugar Bowl and a Creamer. Together with a Gorham silver plate two-handled tray, chased and incised with scrolls. (5 pieces) 126 troy ozs. Overall Height of kettle on stand 15.5 in., Height of tea pot 9 in., length of tray 27 in.
