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The combination of glass and sterling on such a large scale is quite an impressive display of art. A deeply hand-cut design of wheat and pinwheel/ starburst
patterns make the body sparkle. A large polished pontil underneath signifies the American brilliant glass was hand-blown.
In order to distribute the weight of the glass on the handle, a strap around the lower section encircles the body and fits into a cut groove in the glass. This strap
connects to the base of the scroll handle. The top sterling mount fitted over the glass collar is stunning.
A gracefully curved top rim is reinforced with an applied moulding. Underneath the spout is a bold depiction of Bacchus (the god of wine who was regarded as a symbol
of hospitality during the Victorian era) with an expressive face and flowing beard and clusters of grapes in his hair. Emanating from his head are twisted vines
with leaves and clusters of grapes with the silver being hand-chased for finer definition.
This exceptional pitcher is marked 'TIFFANY & Co/ MAKERS/ STERLING SILVER/ C'. The 'C' mark is representative of Charles T. Cook and was used on silver
from 1902-1907 while he was company president. The pitcher measures 15.5 inches high and weighs 12 pounds. It is in very good antique condition with slight
wear to the highlights, a small ding on the top of the silver collar and a couple very minor nicks to the glass.
Our Price: SOLD
Item code: C013
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