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September 2003 Fine Art and Antiques Auction

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259. Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver "Japanese" Punch Ladle, C. 1871

This is a very fine piece of Tiffany sterling silver, dated 1871 with Tiffany hallmarks. Handle is decorated with a bird landing on a wheat shaft, surrounded by wild flowers. A protruding reed turns upward creating a uniform border for this sweet scene. Flower relief on verso without bird. Large oval bowl probably had a gold washed interior at one time. This would be a fine addition for any collector of 19th Century Tiffany. Overall weight is apprx 8.1 Troy oz and measures apprx 14-1/2".



500/800   Sold $776.25
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