four-artisan-turned-wood-vessels
Lot 1395
Four Artisan Turned Wood Vessels
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
The first by Ray Allen (American, 20th Century), Stairway #7,1999, signed, cut carved step design throughout, comprised of ebony (7 in); (2) by Ernie Memmo (American, 20th Century), the first 1997, signed, round-footed pot comprised of oak, buckeye, and burlwood, with natural openings (6 1/2 x 7 1/2 in dia.); and the next 1997, signed, flared pot with transparent blue and emerald glass striations, comprised of purple heart, tiger maple, and zebra woods (4 x 5 1/4 in dia.); the last by Alfred Sils (American, b. 1941), Buckeye in the Garden, signed, vase with hammered copper and mother of pearl enamel to openings (6 in.).

Collection of a Lady, Youngsville, North Carolina

Ray Allen and Alfred Sils bowls were purchased from Del Mano Gallery, Los Angeles, California.

One Memmo bowl with broken rim having a new glue repair, all others in good estate condition.