Posted 8 years ago
sallyyork1…
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I found this pewter bowl signed Wrought L Whitney I know nothing about it From Rockport Ma. maybe 12" across x 3" high it looks like a fruit bowl to me hammered all over except the bottom Any ideas?
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Made by L. Whitney, Rock Port, MA. L. Whitney is Lewis Whitney.
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Hi ty for responding would you know anything about the age? I live close to rockport I could possibly visit the store hopefully meet the artist I love this item
Wrought Meaning : "Made By" L. Whitney
Sally, do you know Jay & Georgia Smith?
Lewis Whitney is dead. His son runs the business now.
https://the-pewter-shop.myshopify.com/
About Us
The Pewter Shop was established in 1935 by Lewis Whitney and his wife Blanche. Their plan was to produce fine hand crafted products in pewter and other metals to be offered in their shop in the growing arts community on Bearskin Neck. Surrounded by the vibrant scene populated by fishermen, boat builders, artists, and other artisans, the Whitneys found inspiration to pursue their craft. It wasn't long before there were upwards of seven craftsmen at work hand- hammering plates, bowls, and other items in the workshop. This history of making pewter on the premises has continued without interruption for the past 81 years. In 1960, ownership passed from the Whitneys to Lawson and Herdis Murch. The tradition continues with son Chris, who has been active in the business since 1970, assuming ownership in 2005 and his daughter, Zan.
https://the-pewter-shop.myshopify.com/pages/contact-us
16 Bearskin Neck
Rockport, MA 01966
978-546-2105
Correction: Chris is the son of Lawson & Herdis Murch, the purchasers of the business. Lawson (2010) and Herdis (2011) are also deceased.
I? have the same bowl they seem to be numbered Mine is number 9. Looks like yours is number 12. Interesting. At least I? know a little about this
I have this bowl, 13" across about 4" high - numbered 15.