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Locati LLC is proud to present American Furniture and Silver from the Collection of C Thomas Attix, Jr., who was a lifelong collector of American material culture with a particular fondness of furniture, coin silver, and Oriental rugs. His collection reflects his interest in the Delaware Valley, with an emphasis on mid 18th through early 19th century silversmiths and figured hardwoods vetted by his discerning eye for form and surface. Among the highlights are a Thomas Stretch Philadelphia clock, a collection of figured maple furniture, and silver by noted makers such as Joseph Richardson Sr. and Richard Humphreys.
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LOT 98:
Pair of Federal Brass Andirons, Philadelphia or New York, Circa 1795
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Sold for: $1,600
Start price:
$
750
Estimated price :
$1,500 - $2,500
Buyer's Premium: 21%
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sales tax: 6%
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Pair of Federal Brass Andirons, Philadelphia or New York, Circa 1795
A Pair of Federal Brass Andirons, Probably Philadelphia or New York, Circa 1795. Urn form finials above swag engraved tapered columns, elaborately engraved square plinths, each with an urn and willow tree, raised on spurred cabriole legs, terminating in ball-and-claw feet. Each andiron is peened over to the underside
Dimensions: Height 26 3/4in; width 11 1/2in; depth 21in.
Provenance: Property from the Collection of C. Thomas Attix Jr., East Windsor, New Jersey.
Condition:
Each andiron is sturdy. General marks, wear, rubbing and darkening throughout. Cast seams visible throughout. The iron billet bars with heavy wear and pitting overall, otherwise good condition.
