$13,750
Some light, minor losses to finish on sides and top of lid. Several light scratches to body, longest 2 1/2" and a few very minor/shallow dents to lid and body/spout (largest 3/4"). Small loss to original cork inside lid. Missing original black enamel on handle. LOUIS W. RICE (1872 - 1933); BERNARD RICE'S SONS Rare Skyscraper cocktail shaker, New York, 1920-22; Electroplated nickel silver; Stamped 'SKYSCRAPER/DES. PAT.PENDING/APOLLO E.P.N.S./MADE BY BERNARD RICE'S SONS, INC/5257'; 11" x 7 1/4" x 4 1/4"; The stepped, architectural form reflects an embrace of Modernism influenced by skyscrapers that were beginning to blanket the New York City skyline, complete with a handle and spout that resemble smokestacks. USA
Auctioneer:
Rago
Date:
2019-09-22
