MARK OF MARIE ZIMMERMANN, NEW YORK, CIRCA 1920

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A PAIR OF SILVER AND LACQUER VEGETABLE DISHES WITH COVERS**
MARK OF MARIE ZIMMERMANN, NEW YORK, CIRCA 1920
Each circular, on three ivory feet, the bowl with inverted sides, the circular cover with red lacquer plaque, surmounted by a late 19th century ivory netsuke of figures climbing out of a shell, each marked under base
8 1/8 in. diameter; 53 oz. 10 dwt. gross weight (2)

Special notice

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.

Lot Essay

Marie Zimmermann studied at the Art Students' League from 1899-1901 and at the Pratt Institute from 1901-03. She exhibited work to much acclaim in 1915-16 at Ehrich Galleries in New York. By 1916, she established a studio at the National Arts Club. Zimmermann drew upon historical styles, worked with a variety of metals and was known particularly for her experimentation with varied patinas and colors. Zimmermann was one of the most successful American female silversmiths, counting the Montgomery Ward and Levi-Strauss families as clients, and producing numerous architectural metalwork commissions. Her metalworking career ended in the 1930s. (See: Kirkham, Women Designers, p.p. 231-32; Kaplan, The Arts and Crafts Movement in America, p. 270; Kardon, The Ideal Home, p. 252). A Zimmermann water pitcher sold at Christie's, New York, 16 January 2004, lot 48

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