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Vase
Designed by: Arthur Stone (American, born in England, 1847–1938)
Made by: Herbert A. Taylor (born in 1871)
Made by: Herbert A. Taylor (born in 1871)
1914
Object Place: Gardner, Massachusetts, United States
Medium/Technique
Silver
Dimensions
Overall: 19.7 x 11.3 cm (7 3/4 x 4 7/16 in.)
Credit Line
Seth K. Sweetser Fund
Accession Number1978.234
CollectionsAmericas
ClassificationsSilver hollowware
This vase demonstrates Stone’s consummate ability to combine elements associated with different historical periods, resulting in a beautifully unified modern expression. The overall design and delicacy of the piece recalls the Art Nouveau style, whereas the flat fluting was a common feature on Baroque art.
This text has been adapted from "Silver of the Americas, 1600-2000," edited by Jeannine Falino and Gerald W.R. Ward, published in 2008 by the MFA. Complete references can be found in that publication.
This text has been adapted from "Silver of the Americas, 1600-2000," edited by Jeannine Falino and Gerald W.R. Ward, published in 2008 by the MFA. Complete references can be found in that publication.
DescriptionThe raised vase tapers gently outward and then quickly inward at the rim. An ornamental band of latticework is punctuated with floral cartouches alternating with single rose stems that extend above and below the band. A scalloped line creates the divisions for the flat fluting, which is terminated by two sets of scored lines above the splayed foot.
Marks
Marked on base/ under base molding/ to left of handle "Reynolds" in a heart above center point.
InscriptionsNone.
ProvenanceArthur and Elizabeth Bent Stone estate to their companion Annie E. Priest; by descent to Alma Bent, Stone’s cousin, from whom the Museum purchased the piece.