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Two Matching American Silver Two-handled Vases, Tiffany & Co., New York, circa 1900, 1905
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases and numbered 11081-6114, 11081-6114
- silver
- height 17 7/8 in.
- 45.4cm
each of slender amphora form on a stepped circular base, the body chased with scrolling tendrils extending into flutes, the neck applied with a band of foliage, upswept handles with rosette and palmette joins
Literature
A pair of vases of this model is in the collection of the Museum of the City of New York and are illustrated by Dr. Deborah Dependahl Waters in Elegant Plate, Three Centuries of Precious Metals in New York City, Vol II, cat. 396, pg 572-73, and also in John Loring's Tiffany's 150 Years, pgs. 112-13.
Condition
the earlier with repairs to upper handle joins and neck, the latter vase with repairs to upper handle terminals
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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.