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Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Vase
Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Vase

Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The vase is created by Tiffany & Co., it is made out of 925/ 1000 sterling silver.

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Early 1900s Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Rare Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and Mixed Metal Python Snake Trophy Vase
A Rare Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and Mixed Metal Python Snake Trophy Vase

A Rare Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and Mixed Metal Python Snake Trophy Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A Rare Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Python Trophy Vase: A Masterpiece of Mixed Metal Artistry, circa 1880 Presenting a truly exceptional Tiffany & Co. sterling silver trop...

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19th Century American Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver, Copper

Tiffany Amphora Sterling Silver Vase USA, 1907
Tiffany Amphora Sterling Silver Vase USA, 1907

Tiffany Amphora Sterling Silver Vase USA, 1907

Located in New York, NY

A fine Sterling Silver "Amphora" vase by Tiffany & Co. USA with mark for the year 1907.

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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. 1900 Charles L Tiffany Edwardian Art Nouveau Sterling Trumpet Vase
Tiffany & Co. 1900 Charles L Tiffany Edwardian Art Nouveau Sterling Trumpet Vase

Tiffany & Co. 1900 Charles L Tiffany Edwardian Art Nouveau Sterling Trumpet Vase

By Charles L. Tiffany, Tiffany & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Trumped vase designed by Tiffany & Co. Beautiful antique trumpet vase made at the Tiffany studios in New York city, between the 1900 and 1901.

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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 11" Tiffany & Co. Gilt Sterling Silver Floriform Trumpet Flower Vase
Antique 11" Tiffany & Co. Gilt Sterling Silver Floriform Trumpet Flower Vase

Antique 11" Tiffany & Co. Gilt Sterling Silver Floriform Trumpet Flower Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed, antique trumpet form flower vase. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. With a fluted trumpet shaped top, line engraved stem, beaded knop transition, and a disc foo...

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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 11" Tiffany & Co. Gilt Sterling Silver Floriform Trumpet Flower Vase
Antique 11" Tiffany & Co. Gilt Sterling Silver Floriform Trumpet Flower Vase

Antique 11" Tiffany & Co. Gilt Sterling Silver Floriform Trumpet Flower Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed, antique trumpet form flower vase. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver with a lightly gilt interior With a fluted trumpet shaped top, line engraved stem, beaded kno...

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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Lenox Invitational Tennis Trophy Vase, 1886
Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Lenox Invitational Tennis Trophy Vase, 1886

Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Lenox Invitational Tennis Trophy Vase, 1886

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique sterling silver trophy for the Lenox Invitational Tennis tournamet. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. With a trumpet foot, a bulbous body, a flared neck, and fi...

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1880s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Rare Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and Mixed Metal Python Snake Trophy Vase
A Rare Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and Mixed Metal Python Snake Trophy Vase

A Rare Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and Mixed Metal Python Snake Trophy Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Rare Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Python Trophy Vase: A Masterpiece of Mixed Metal Artistry, circa 1880 Presenting a truly exceptional Tiffany & Co. sterling silver troph...

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19th Century American Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Hammered Dresser Box Art Deco
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Hammered Dresser Box Art Deco

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Hammered Dresser Box Art Deco

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Westport, CT

Antique Tiffany & Co. sterling silver dresser box, made in New York circa 1910–1920s. This round cylindrical dresser box features Tiffany's distinctive hand-hammered finish acros...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Hair Receiver Hammered Vanity Jar
Antique Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Hair Receiver Hammered Vanity Jar

Antique Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Hair Receiver Hammered Vanity Jar

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Westport, CT

Antique Tiffany & Co. sterling silver hair receiver, made in New York circa 1914–1930. This hand-hammered vanity piece features a squat bulbous form with a fitted lid and central...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Sterling Silver Two-Handled Vase, 1902-1907
Tiffany Sterling Silver Two-Handled Vase, 1902-1907

Tiffany Sterling Silver Two-Handled Vase, 1902-1907

Located in New York, NY

Of amphora form, the double swan handles terminating on the shoulder with masks of "comedy' and "tragedy", the mouth, shoulder and foot with embossed stiff leaf decoration.With conte...

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Early 1900s Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling & Crystal Vanity Perfume Bottle, Circa Early-20th Century
Tiffany & Co. Sterling & Crystal Vanity Perfume Bottle, Circa Early-20th Century

Tiffany & Co. Sterling & Crystal Vanity Perfume Bottle, Circa Early-20th Century

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A substantial and beautifully made Tiffany & Co. crystal perfume vanity bottle with a sterling silver top, Art Deco period, circa early 20th century, America. This vanity bottle feat...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Tiffany American Modern Sterling Silver 16-Inch Vase
Tiffany American Modern Sterling Silver 16-Inch Vase

Tiffany American Modern Sterling Silver 16-Inch Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Modern sterling silver vase. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1908.

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Early 20th Century American Modern Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany Art Nouveau Sterling Silver 14-Inch Vase
Antique Tiffany Art Nouveau Sterling Silver 14-Inch Vase

Antique Tiffany Art Nouveau Sterling Silver 14-Inch Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Art Nouveau sterling silver vase. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York.

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Art Deco Sterling Silver 12-Inch Trumpet Vase
Tiffany Art Deco Sterling Silver 12-Inch Trumpet Vase

Tiffany Art Deco Sterling Silver 12-Inch Trumpet Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco sterling silver trumpet vase. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1921.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany American Art Deco Sterling Silver 9-Inch Vase
Antique Tiffany American Art Deco Sterling Silver 9-Inch Vase

Antique Tiffany American Art Deco Sterling Silver 9-Inch Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco sterling silver vase. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1912.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany Art Deco Sterling Silver 12-Inch Trumpet Vase
Antique Tiffany Art Deco Sterling Silver 12-Inch Trumpet Vase

Antique Tiffany Art Deco Sterling Silver 12-Inch Trumpet Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco sterling silver trumpet vase. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1912.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Japonesque Sterling Silver Vase with Early Union Square Mark
Tiffany Japonesque Sterling Silver Vase with Early Union Square Mark

Tiffany Japonesque Sterling Silver Vase with Early Union Square Mark

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Japonesque sterling silver vase. Made by Tiffany & Co. in Union Square, New York.

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1870s American Japonisme Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany Edwardian Classical Sterling Silver Trophy Cup
Antique Tiffany Edwardian Classical Sterling Silver Trophy Cup

Antique Tiffany Edwardian Classical Sterling Silver Trophy Cup

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Edwardian Classical sterling silver trophy cup. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Ovoid bowl with flared mouth; capped s-scroll handles and domed foot. Applied bead-and-reel rims an...

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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Victorian Sterling Silver & Brilliant-Cut Glass Candy Jar
Tiffany Victorian Sterling Silver & Brilliant-Cut Glass Candy Jar

Tiffany Victorian Sterling Silver & Brilliant-Cut Glass Candy Jar

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Classical brilliant-cut glass candy jar, ca 1890. Drum-form with diaper ground and same central wide band with stars and ferns; faceted shoulder and everted rim with flush ...

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Antique Tiffany Edwardian Neoclassical 17-Inch Covered Urns
Pair of Antique Tiffany Edwardian Neoclassical 17-Inch Covered Urns

Pair of Antique Tiffany Edwardian Neoclassical 17-Inch Covered Urns

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Edwardian Neoclassical sterling silver covered urns. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1908. Ovoid bowl with high-looping leaf-mounted side handles and raised foot; cover...

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Tiffany Sterling Silver Trumpet Vase
Tiffany Sterling Silver Trumpet Vase

Tiffany Sterling Silver Trumpet Vase

Unavailable

H 14 in Dm 4 in

Tiffany Sterling Silver Trumpet Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is a sterling silver vase made by Tiffany & Co. of New York.

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1910s American Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Large Sterling Silver Trumpet Vase
Tiffany & Co. Large Sterling Silver Trumpet Vase

Tiffany & Co. Large Sterling Silver Trumpet Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is a large sterling silver vase by Tiffany & Co. of New York.

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1910s American Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Twin Handled Repousse and Etched Vase
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Twin Handled Repousse and Etched Vase

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Twin Handled Repousse and Etched Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Pasadena, CA

Tiffany & Co. sterling silver twin handled vase, circa 1905.

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Early 1900s North American Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Mixed-Metal Japonisme Vase
Tiffany & Co. Mixed-Metal Japonisme Vase

Tiffany & Co. Mixed-Metal Japonisme Vase

Unavailable

H 6.5 in Dm 2.5 in

Tiffany & Co. Mixed-Metal Japonisme Vase

Located in New York, NY

A lovely small vase by Tiffany, with a nice array of bugs and leaves in the mixed-metals Japonisme taste. An example of the so-called Japonisme style pioneered by Tiffany in the l...

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19th Century Japonisme Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Vase
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Vase

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Vase

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H 21.13 in W 10 in D 6.13 in

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New Orleans, LA

This sterling silver vase is an impressive piece of Art Nouveau artistry by Tiffany & Co.

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19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Trumpet Sterling Flower Vase
Tiffany Trumpet Sterling Flower Vase

Tiffany Trumpet Sterling Flower Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This sterling silver trumpet flower vase is etched with similar Adam style decor: swags, flowers, festoons, and palmettes.

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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & co antique sterling silver vase
Tiffany & co antique sterling silver vase

Tiffany & co antique sterling silver vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in London, GB

Fine American sterling silver lobed baluster vase made by Tiffany & Co at the turn of the 20th century.

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18th Century Aesthetic Movement Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Vase
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Vase

Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver vase featuring chrysanthemum leaves and a scalloped rim.

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1880s Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

TIFFANY & CO. Arts and Crafts Sterling Vase, Circa 1910
TIFFANY & CO. Arts and Crafts Sterling Vase, Circa 1910

TIFFANY & CO. Arts and Crafts Sterling Vase, Circa 1910

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

This fantastic Tiffany & Co., New York Sterling Silver Vase was made during the Arts and Crafts design movement and dates to 1911.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Vase - Large & Pretty - American Sterling Silver - C 1917
Tiffany Vase - Large & Pretty - American Sterling Silver - C 1917

Tiffany Vase - Large & Pretty - American Sterling Silver - C 1917

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Large sterling silver trumpet vase. Made by Tiffany in New York, ca. 1917.

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20th Century American Edwardian Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Small Tiffany & Co. Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Flower Shaped Vases
Pair of Small Tiffany & Co. Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Flower Shaped Vases

Pair of Small Tiffany & Co. Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Flower Shaped Vases

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Middleburg, VA

Pair of Small Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Flower Shaped Vases Two beautiful fluted vases that are in excellent condition.

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vine by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Cornucopia Vase with Acid Etched Flowers
Vine by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Cornucopia Vase with Acid Etched Flowers

Vine by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Cornucopia Vase with Acid Etched Flowers

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

Vine by Tiffany & Co. Rare form sterling vase made by Tiffany & Co. in the pattern "Vine."

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Late 19th Century American Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany & Co. Arts & Crafts Enameled Sterling Silver Flûte Vase c1910
Antique Tiffany & Co. Arts & Crafts Enameled Sterling Silver Flûte Vase c1910

Antique Tiffany & Co. Arts & Crafts Enameled Sterling Silver Flûte Vase c1910

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Tiffany & Co. Arts & Crafts Enameled Sterling Silver Flûte Vase with Monogrammed "B" c1910 (12" x 4 1/8" x 4 1/8").

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Estate Tiffany Company Sterling Silver Bud Vase, circa 1920
Estate Tiffany Company Sterling Silver Bud Vase, circa 1920

Estate Tiffany Company Sterling Silver Bud Vase, circa 1920

Located in New Orleans, LA

Estate Tiffany Company Sterling Silver Bud Vase, Circa 1920.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

A Two-Handled Wine-Cooler, by TIFFANY & CO., circa 1880

A Two-Handled Wine-Cooler, by TIFFANY & CO., circa 1880

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Firenze, IT

urn-form, on molded circular spreading foot, with capped scroll handles. Marked on base and numbered 7536-1572 in. 10.2; 26 cm high weight: 101oz; 2884 gr

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Trumpet Vases from 1907
Pair of Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Trumpet Vases from 1907

Pair of Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Trumpet Vases from 1907

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Tiffany & Co. sterling silver trumpet vases in pattern number 17040 from 1907 with engraved lines at the top and bottom, one of which bears a monogram.

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Early 1900s American Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Decorative Vase
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Decorative Vase

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Decorative Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Tarry Town, NY

19th Century Tiffany & Co. sterling silver decorative footed vase / piece.

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1890s American Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 1912 Trumpet Vase in Art Deco Style
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 1912 Trumpet Vase in Art Deco Style

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 1912 Trumpet Vase in Art Deco Style

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany & Co sterling silver octagonal trumpet vase by in Art Deco Style in pattern number 18376 from 1912, measuring 9'' in height by 4'' in diameter at the top and bearing hallmark...

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1910s American Art Deco Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany And Co Sterling Silver Fluted Flower Vase
Tiffany And Co Sterling Silver Fluted Flower Vase

Tiffany And Co Sterling Silver Fluted Flower Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Long Island City, NY

An elegant sterling silver bud vase made by Tiffany and Co. Of an octagonal shape, protruding to the upper rim and featuring delicately engraved patterns to the exterior.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Cone Bud Vase
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Cone Bud Vase

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Cone Bud Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Early century sterling silver bud vase with an Art Deco design circa 1912, made by Tiffany & Co.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany & Co. Aesthetic Period Sterling Silver Bud Vase
Antique Tiffany & Co. Aesthetic Period Sterling Silver Bud Vase

Antique Tiffany & Co. Aesthetic Period Sterling Silver Bud Vase

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique signed silver bud vase. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver.

Category

Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Mounted 'Rock Crystal' Cut Glass Vase
Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Mounted 'Rock Crystal' Cut Glass Vase

Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Mounted 'Rock Crystal' Cut Glass Vase

By Tiffany & Co., Stevens & Williams

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Tiffany & Co. sterling silver mounted cut glass vase.

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Tiffany Favrile Lay Down Perfume/Scent Bottle by, Tiffany Studios
Art Nouveau Tiffany Favrile Lay Down Perfume/Scent Bottle by, Tiffany Studios

Art Nouveau Tiffany Favrile Lay Down Perfume/Scent Bottle by, Tiffany Studios

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Englewood, NJ

An extremely fine and very rare American Art Nouveau blown glass, enameled & sterling silver Tiffany Favrile Lay Down Perfume, Scent Bottle by, Tiffany Studios decorated with an intr...

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

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Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique tiffany sterling vase available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every antique tiffany sterling vase was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique tiffany sterling vase, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique tiffany sterling vase, designed in the Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique tiffany sterling vase that is appealing in its simplicity, but Tiffany & Co. and Gorham Manufacturing Company produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Tiffany Sterling Vase?

An antique tiffany sterling vase can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,800, while the lowest priced sells for $975 and the highest can go for as much as $27,500.

Tiffany & Co. for sale on 1stDibs

Tiffany & Co. is one of the most prominent purveyors of luxury goods in the United States, and has long been an important arbiter of style in the design of diamond engagement rings. A young Franklin Delano Roosevelt proposed to his future wife, Eleanor, with a Tiffany ring in 1904. Vanderbilts, Whitneys, Astors and members of the Russian imperial family all wore Tiffany & Co. jewelry. And Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis preferred Tiffany china for state dinners at the White House.

Although synonymous with luxury today, the firm started out rather modestly. Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young founded it in Connecticut as a “stationery and fancy goods emporium” in 1837, at a time when European imports still dominated the nascent American luxury market. In 1853, Charles Tiffany — who in 1845 had launched the company’s famed catalog, the Blue Book, and with it, the firm’s signature robin’s-egg blue, which he chose for the cover — shifted the focus to fine jewelry.

In 1868, Tiffany & Co. gained international recognition when it became the first U.S. firm to win an award for excellence in silverware at the Exposition Universelle in Paris. From then on, it belonged to the pantheon of American luxury brands.

At the start of the Gilded Age, in 1870, Tiffany & Co. opened its flagship store, described as a "palace of jewels" by the New York Times, at 15 Union Square West in Manhattan. Throughout this period, its designs for silver tableware, ceremonial silver, flatware and jewelry were highly sought-after indicators of status and taste. They also won the firm numerous accolades, including the grand prize for silverware at the Paris Exposition of 1878. Among the firm’s glittering creations from this time are masterworks of Art Nouveau jewelry, such as this delicate aquamarine necklace and this lavish plique-à-jour peridot and gold necklace, both circa 1900.

When Charles Lewis Tiffany died, in 1902, his son Louis Comfort Tiffany became the firm’s design director. Under his leadership, the Tiffany silver studio was a de facto design school for apprentice silversmiths, who worked alongside head artisan Edward C. Moore. The firm produced distinctive objects inspired by Japanese art and design, North American plants and flowers, and Native American patterns and crafts, adding aesthetic diversity to Tiffany & Co.’s distinguished repertoire.

Tiffany is also closely associated with diamonds, even lending its name to one particularly rare and exceptional yellow stone. The firm bought the Tiffany diamond in its raw state from the Kimberley mines of South Africa in 1878. Cut to create a 128.54-carat gem with an unprecedented 82 facets, it is one of the most spectacular examples of a yellow diamond in the world.

In a broader sense, Tiffany & Co. helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still among the most popular engagement-ring styles. The trademark Tiffany® Setting raises the stone above the band on six prongs, allowing its facets to catch the light. A lovely recent example is this circa-2000 platinum engagement ring. Displaying a different design and aesthetic (but equally chic) is this exquisite diamond and ruby ring from the 1930s.

Find Tiffany & Co. jewelry, serveware and decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.