Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2618BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 28, 2012 10:00AM
Description:
American Centennial Memorial Parian Vase with Eagles and Shields, W.T. Copeland & Sons, retailed by J.M. Shaw & Co. New York, c. 1876, made for the Philadelphia Exposition of 1876, finely molded vase with three eagle figures, swirled flags and shield on the molded handles, the shields inscribed "1876 Centennial Memorial," "Washington, Father of Our Country," and "1776 Declaration of Independence," with glazed interior, maker's stamp on base, ht. 9 1/8 in.
Provenance: Rob Hunter.
Estimate $1,500-2,500
Very good condition, no chips, cracks or repairs.