The Gentleman's Auction Online
Description:
Steuben Sterling Silver, 18kt Gold, and Glass "Mushroom and Butterfly" Sculpture, designed by James Houston, Corning, New York, marked "Steuben" on underside of base, ht. 4 in.
Note: Proceeds to benefit Wilton Historical Society's education programs.
"This paperweight speaks to me! You would find it on a bookshelf or styled on a console or chest." --Prudence Bailey
Estimate $300-500
no evidence of chips, cracks, or repair.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Corning, James Houston, Prudence Bailey
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000

Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200

Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
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