Lot Essay
A related model 'Aufsatz', a hammered brass centrepiece of slightly smaller size but executed with scrolled handles to the sides was sold Christie's New York, The Modern Age: The collection of Alice Lawrence, 5 November 2008, lot 409. A vase of related design was offered Christie's New York, Important 20th Century Decorative Art & Design, 18 December 2007, lot 255.