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Japanese Modernist Nesting Tea Set
Estimate:
$50 - $100
Starting bid:
$25
Sold
$220
Live Auction
February 2025 Fine Art & Estate Auction
Category
Description
Description: Item/Description: Modernist Japanese geometric mixed metals nesting stacking teapot set. Signed studio artisan three tiered teapot crafted from brass, copper and stained wood. Each section lifts out of the one below. Teak wood finial and two handles. Whimsical and unique design. Designer has fused art and utility to create this unique teapot. Incised maker's mark to base.
Material: copper, brass, wood
Dimensions: Length: 7" (edge to longest handle tip); Base Width: 3" Height: 7"
Condition: Overall Very Good. Free of dents, dings. All compartments fit snugly into the other. Hardware intact. Signs of age, use and wear including scratches, scuffs, shelf ware, tarnish, patina, dryness to wood, areas of discoloration to wood, slight side to side wiggle of handles, though secure in their mountings.
Age: 1950s
Provenance: Private Estate
Shipping: $18 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.
Buyers premium: 23%
Material: copper, brass, wood
Dimensions: Length: 7" (edge to longest handle tip); Base Width: 3" Height: 7"
Condition: Overall Very Good. Free of dents, dings. All compartments fit snugly into the other. Hardware intact. Signs of age, use and wear including scratches, scuffs, shelf ware, tarnish, patina, dryness to wood, areas of discoloration to wood, slight side to side wiggle of handles, though secure in their mountings.
Age: 1950s
Provenance: Private Estate
Shipping: $18 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.
Buyers premium: 23%