Sold for:
$136,900
$136,900
Harry Bertoia
Important early teapot
USA, c.
1942 sterling silver, ebony, brass 8½ w x 4¼ d x 6½ h in (22 x 11 x 17 cm)
result: $136,900
Hardy Brodersen has had a long career as an accomplished designer, painter and architect. In 1941, Mr. Brodersen enrolled at Cranbrook Academy of Art where he attended courses taught by Harry Bertoia who became both a friend and mentor. In 1946, Bertoia gifted this exceptional silver teapot to Hardy and Jenny Brodersen for their wedding and it has remained in their collection until now.
provenance: Gift from the artist to Hardy and Jenny Brodersen
Auctioneer:
Wright Auctions
Date:
2012-10-18
