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May 2008 Fine Art & Antiques Auction

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870. An Amphora Teplitz Vase

An Art Nouveau Amphora Teplitz vase, approx. 11"H, ca. late 19th/early 20th century, with the outer surface molded in a naturalistic relief pattern and with a band around the middle depicting birds seated on branches, marked on the underside. The glazes are unusual and have an opalescent cast with a mottled gilt accent touching the high points. The birds are done in a naturalistic brown/grey enamel glaze and outlined with gilt enamel.



700/900
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