Modern Design 
22 September 2019
Modern Design 
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Louis W. Rice

Rare Skyscraper cocktail shaker

USA
estimate: $5,000–7,500
result: $13,750
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LOUIS W. RICE (1872 - 1933); BERNARD RICE'S SONS Rare Skyscraper cocktail shaker, New York, 1920-22; Electroplated nickel silver; Stamped 'SKYSCRAPER/DES. PAT.PENDING/APOLLO E.P.N.S./MADE BY BERNARD RICE'S SONS, INC/5257'; 11" x 7 1/4" x 4 1/4"; The stepped, architectural form reflects an embrace of Modernism influenced by skyscrapers that were beginning to blanket the New York City skyline, complete with a handle and spout that resemble smokestacks.

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