Lot Essay
Several examples of Edward C. Moore's designs with copper ground in the Japanese taste are illustrated in John C. Moore, Magnificent Tiffany Silver, 2001, pp. 46-49.
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MARK OF TIFFANY & CO., NEW YORK, CIRCA 1880
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A SILVER AND COPPER TEA KETTLE
MARK OF TIFFANY & CO., NEW YORK, CIRCA 1880
Globular, with slightly incurved mid section, the silver kettle with copper overlay and applied with silver maple leaf and key, with silver spout and overhead handle, the handle with ivory insulators, the cover with silver bud finial and applied beetle, marked under base, also marked 5358/511
7 1/8 in. (18.2 cm.) high; 18 oz. 10 dwt. (576 gr.) gross weight
MARK OF TIFFANY & CO., NEW YORK, CIRCA 1880
Globular, with slightly incurved mid section, the silver kettle with copper overlay and applied with silver maple leaf and key, with silver spout and overhead handle, the handle with ivory insulators, the cover with silver bud finial and applied beetle, marked under base, also marked 5358/511
7 1/8 in. (18.2 cm.) high; 18 oz. 10 dwt. (576 gr.) gross weight
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.
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