Lot 36
Frank Patania, Sr.
(American, 1899-1964)
Sterling Silver Lidded Box, with Yei Figure and Large Carved Turquoise Leaf with Turtle and Chrysalis 
Estimate
$1,000 - $2,000

Sold for $3,438

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Frank Patania, Sr.
(American, 1899-1964)
Sterling Silver Lidded Box, with Yei Figure and Large Carved Turquoise Leaf with Turtle and Chrysalis 

signed with a conjoined FP incised within an oval and marked STERLING along with the Thunderbird Shop hallmark

height 2-3/8 inches x length 7-1/4 inches x width 5-1/4 inches, weight 541.7 dwt.

Property from the Estate of Patricia Ann Black Smyth, Santa Fe, New Mexico, Sold to Benefit Berea College, Berea, Kentucky, offered without reserve
Condition Report
good overall condition; light surface scuffs commensurate with age; no cracks or chips in the stone

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