1788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
United States
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery is a full-service auction gallery strategically located on Miami Circle in the historic Buckhead district of Atlanta, one of the Southeastern United States’ largest commercial and financial centers. The gallery is owned and operated by Robert Ahlers and his wife Chr...Read more
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May 1, 2016 - May 2, 2016
Stanley Tigerman (American, b. 1930- ) and Margaret McCurry (American, b. 1943- ) for Swid Powell (American, founded 1982- ), "Teaside"-1986, porcelain tea set. Teaside tea service inspired by architecture with tray with curved front and flat open back with X form ornament on repeating panels, recessed niches for placing lidded teapot (in the form of a large barn); a lidded sugar of square form with paneled sloped roof with round finial at top of fitted lid; and a octagonal silo type building with spout acting as creamer, all with modern geometric patterning and sleek white glaze. All marked on bottom with "Swid Powell" above signatures for Chicago architects, Tigerman and McCurry above "Teaside". Teapot height approximately 6.75". Tray measures approximately 10.25" x 12.125". Note: This work is in the permanent collection at the Yale University Art Museum in New Haven, Connecticut.
Overall excellent condition. Dirt and grime throughout, would benefit from professional cleaning. Each element with very minor wear to underside commensurate with surface contact. Each element with adhesive felt pads to underside. No apparent losses, crazing or cracking.