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Nov 5, 2025
Pair of Tiffany & Co. Mixed Metal Vases
American, circa 1880
A rare pair of Tiffany & Co. mixed metal vases, each finely worked with Japanese-inspired band decoration of dragonflies and stylized floral motifs, reflecting the firm’s engagement with Japonisme during the late 19th century. Both vases are signed Tiffany & Co. beneath the base.
Dimensions: Each 4 1/4 in. high x 2 1/2 in. diameter
Condition: Overall good; light surface wear consistent with age.
Provenance: M.S. Rau Antiques
Context
During the late 19th century, Tiffany & Co. became a leader in American decorative arts by incorporating Japanese design principles into silver and mixed metalware. The firm’s craftsmen drew inspiration from naturalistic motifs such as dragonflies, butterflies, and flora, often executed with remarkable technical refinement. These vases exemplify Tiffany’s mastery of combining precious and mixed metals in forms that bridged Western design with Eastern aesthetics, making them highly sought after by collectors of American silver and Japonisme.
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