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An American Silver and Patinated Copper Large Cigar Box, Tiffany & Co., New York, the design attributed to Arthur L. Barney, circa 1930
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base, numbered 21236Y-10181, and stamped SPECIAL HAND WORK
- silver, copper
- length 14 1/4 in.
- 36.1cm
rectangular, the paneled sides and cover applied with intersecting bands of running foliage and flowerheads against a copper ground and spaced by numerous thin bands of square bosses against a patinated copper ground, the hinged cover centered with applied monogram CDN, faceted swing handles, raised on sixteen faceted bun feet, the interior lined in cedar
Condition
cedar base lining warped up in center, otherwise good condition
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The rounded rectangular form and heavy chased applied strapwork bands of Art Deco foliage that decorate this cigar box are typical of the designs of Albert L. Barney, Tiffany's head silver designer from 1919 until about 1955. It bears particular comparison to a cigar or jewelry box shown by Tiffany in the House of Jewels at the 1939 World's Fair in New York, seen at the front of the case illustrated by John Loring on p. 243 in Magnificent Tiffany Silver.