LOUIS W. RICE Rare Skyscraper cocktail shaker

LOUIS W. RICE (1872 - 1933)
BERNARD RICE'S SONS
Rare Skyscraper cocktail shaker, New York, 1920-22
Electroplated nickel silver
Stamped 'SKYSCRAPER/DES. PAT.PENDING/APOLLO E.P.N.S./MADE BY BERNARD RICE'S SONS, INC/5257'
11" x 7 1/4" x 4 1/4"
The stepped, architectural form reflects an embrace of Modernism influenced by skyscrapers that were beginning to blanket the New York City skyline, complete with a handle and spout that resemble smokestacks.
Condition Report: Some light, minor losses to finish on sides and top of lid. Several light scratches to body, longest 2 1/2" and a few very minor/shallow dents to lid and body/spout (largest 3/4"). Small loss to original cork inside lid. Missing original black enamel on handle.
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