Estimate: $100 - $200
Price Realized: $200 Includes buyer's premium
A diverse collection of contemporary and vintage silvered metal tabletop accessories, comprising a Michael Aram hammered nickelplate apple honey pot with an oxidized bronze leaf, a set of two Bruce MacDonald (BRM Studio) "Zoomees" sculptural stainless steel salt and pepper shakers with 24K gold-plated accents, and an Alessi Ettore Sottsass parmesan cheese cellar with a crystalline glass insert, the grouping further including a weighted sterling silver three-light candelabra with scrolling arms and a gadrooned base, a minimalist tiered tubular vase in the style of Gio Ponti, and two stainless steel pieces by Carrol Boyes consisting of a napkin holder and a double-handled mezzaluna, both featuring handles in the form of stylized, reclining human figures.
Nickelplate, bronze, enamel, stainless steel, gold-plating, glass, sterling silver, silver-plate
Tallest: 10 1/2” x 2 3/4” x 2” inches
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From a West End Ave Collection
The items are in overall good condition with light surface scratches and minor tarnish consistent with occasional use, while the Alessi cheese cellar and Bruce MacDonald shakers exhibit minimal wear, and the weighted sterling silver candelabra shows localized oxidation in the crevices of the gadrooning
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Condition reports are based on visual inspection by the Capsule team under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all lots are previously owned and all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot.
Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.
