The Estate of Bessie Mae Carriss
Lot 294:
Description
A decorative flower vase of cast metal construction, featuring a weighted base and a faceted, tapered body. The vessel is finished with a pale gilt-toned ground, accented by relief floral motifs on the front. The central decoration consists of a cluster of three multi-petaled flowers with red-painted petals and gilded centers, rising from a group of relief leaves and stems. Both the flared rim and the base are bordered by a repeating relief scroll pattern. The back and sides of the vase feature faceted vertical panels. The interior of the vase shows a dark, mottled patination from use against a lighter colored base metal. No maker’s marks, signatures, or country of origin labels are visible on the exterior or the base.Height: 9 3/4 inchesBase Diameter: 3 3/4 inches.
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