Set Of 4 Michael Ricker (Am.,1940-2006) Ltd. Ed. Pewter Sculptural, "Eagle Flag Ornaments"
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Michael Ricker (American, 1940-2006) was an accomplished Colorado based artist with a focus on sculpture. Ricker began creating pewter, collectible sculpture in 1968. Ricker's process involves use of Old English Pewter ingots which are melted down to cast limited edition sculptures and other works of art. By 1991, construction of a new museum, gallery and casting studio had been completed which further enhanced the collectabilty of his limited edition sculptural works of art.
Ricker passed away in 2006, and his brother and sister created the company known as Designs By Ricker where they continue to carry on production of his fabulous work.
These fabulously cast, parcel gilt pewter ornaments are from the artists "Patriotic Ornaments" series, each is titled Eagle Flag Ornament. All four ornaments come with their Certificate of Title denoting the works title and series - Patriotic Ornaments / Eagle Flag Ornaments, hallmark number of casting - including 83, 84, 85, 86,, issue price $35., total castings limited to 1000, date of casting 2003, appraised value $59.50, and date of appraisal 11-Aug-03.
The collection of four Patriotic Ornaments are reflective of the pride Americans have in their country.
Each of the parcel gilt pewter, openwork decorated medallions are fitted with a red, white and blue ribbon which is tied off to hang as a commemorative ornament. The ornament is oval in form, with cast ribbon and spiraled rope motifs with an American Eagle with its wings spread wide from border to border in gilt finish with American flags flying from both of its talons for a fabulous presentation.
Each is engraved signed and dated 2003, together with it's individual edition number.
3 1/4“L x 2 1/2"W
Condition: Good overall, gentle wear to the gilt finish but presents handsomely.
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