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Louis W. Rice
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Louis W. Rice
- "Skyscraper" Vanity Set
- each impressed with firm's marks
- electro-plated nickel silver, gilt metal, mirrored glass and glass
comprising lidded box, hand mirror, brush, comb, perfume bottle, nail brush, shoehorn, button hook and photograph frame
Literature
Richard Guy Wilson, Dianne H. Pilgrim, and Dickran Tashjian, The Machine Age in America 1918-1941, New York, 1986, p. 387 (for the mirror and brush)
Charles L. Venable, Silver in America 1840-1940: A Century of Splendor, Dallas, 1994, p. 288 (for an example of a "Skyscraper" pattern cocktail shaker)
Charles L. Venable, Silver in America 1840-1940: A Century of Splendor, Dallas, 1994, p. 288 (for an example of a "Skyscraper" pattern cocktail shaker)
Condition
Overall in very good condition. This set comprises a large number of rare designs by Louis Rice. All the works with the exception of the photograph frame, have been professionally re-plated in a manner consistent with the original finish. The photograph frame is the only work which originally included the gilt metal finish. With a few very minor surface scratches. The leather top of the perfume possibly replaced at some.
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.