Maureen and Michael Banner are award winning husband and wife artists who have worked together for about 30 years. They have received many awards and grants. Their work is included in the collections of The Museum of Fine Arts (Boston), Smithsonian American Art Museum - Renwick Gallery, Art Institute of Chicago, Peabody Essex Museum (Salem, Mass) and other institutions. They have also received and completed commissions from Congregation Beth Israel, Houston; Temple Isaiah, Lexington, MASS; and Session and Congregation of the Wilton Presbyterian Church; and private individuals.

A pair of Banner sterling silver candlesticks, attractively useable, and named 'Nest.' The candlesticks are freeflowing, with a biomorphic shaped base, the shaft of each candlestick elevating in sleek lines to form three (3) prongs, with candleholders in the center surrounded by the 3 prongs. Total weight 20 oz. Dimensions 3 1/2 inches wide by 3 1/2 inches long by 7 1/2 inches high. No monogram. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. Please visit Lauren Stanley to see in person these extraordinary works of art!

Price: $3,875.00
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BERKSHIRE SPRING - a fine one-of-a-kind contemporary sterling silver hand wrought coffee or tea service with cloisonne lids on a Bubinga (Brazilian Rosewood) tray with sterling silver legs by Maureen and Michael Banner of Massachusetts. The pot (holds 5-6 cups liquid) is 17 inches high with tray. The silver is 16 and 18 gauge hand formed - hammered - by Michael Banner - like all the Banners' silver work. The enamels have hand cut cloissone and are designed and executed by Maureen Banner. The handle spacer is a heat sink with a long tang going into the upper and lower part of the handle for strength, and it has the added benefit of being a limit to the danger of getting caught in the buffing wheels. Marked as illustrated in photo. In pristine condition.

Tea or coffee pots are also functional, sculptural as they are. Balance is key to the design. The vessels not only hold and pour liquids, but they do so with the utmost care and grace.

Please visit Lauren Stanley to view this breathtaking set !

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