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Grand Tour Estates: Jewelry, Fine Art, and More

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Grand Tour Estate auction features a substantial collection of Henry Miller signed serigraphs and books alongside Victorian and English majolica, Chinese export famille rose and celadon porcelain, and Asian decorative arts. Jewelry includes tons of vintage costume brands, Cartier, lab-grown diamonds, sterling silver and 18K gold pieces. Designer fashion from Chanel, Balmain, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Emilio Pucci. Fostoria coin glass, brass candlesticks, Victorian curiosities, and additional estate finds round out the sale.
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Lot 433

Arthur Court Elephant Figural Ice Bucket, 1986

Estimate: $200 - $350
Starting Bid
$100

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$200 $10
$500 $50
$2,500 $100
$5,000 $500

Figural elephant form barware vessel designed as an ice or wine bucket by Arthur Court. The piece depicts a seated elephant with raised trunk, red glass eyes, and gilt-tone tusks and feet, finished in polished aluminum. The hinged head opens to reveal a hollow interior. The underside is marked ” Copyright 1986 Arthur Court.” Vessel is in good condition with light surface wear consistent with age and use. Please see photos for additional details. Dimensions: 13.25 x 11.5 x 21.5 inWeight: 12.2lbsShelf: 21A

Condition

All items show signs of wear consistent with age and use. The absence of specific condition notes does not imply the item is in perfect condition or free from defects. Please review all photos carefully before bidding.

Overall Dimensions
Height: 21.50 in
Width: 11.50 in
Depth: 13.25 in
Weight: 12.20 lbs

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Provenance: From a private collection. Additional provenance, if known, is listed in the lot description. Block Auction House makes no guarantees regarding provenance unless stated in writing.