$4,305
"The Lotus," William Harper, c. 1998, the sculptural brooch with cloisonne enamel and baroque pearl, with opal and Roman glass terminal, in 14kt to 23kt gold, lg. 6 in., signed. Note: William Harper was born in 1944, in Bucyrus, Ohio. In the 1960s, he studied under the enamellist Kenneth Bates at the Cleveland Institute of Art. He is best known for his richly colored cloisonne enameled jewelry and objects. His work is in the Smithsonian and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Estimate $4,000-6,000 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-12-05
