TOYS FROM A ROMAN COLLECTION - DAY 2
Apr 5, 2020
(your local time)
USA
295 US Hwy 22 East, Suite 204 West, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
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LOT 1071:
Reclining Chinaman Iron Mechanical Bank
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Sold for: $3,500
Start price:
$
2,200
Estimated price:
$4,500 - $6,500
Auction house commission:
25%
sales tax: 6.625% On commission only
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Reclining Chinaman Iron Mechanical Bank
J. & E. Stevens, Connecticut, circa 1882 This is a graphic depiction of a Chinaman reclining in an opium den while playing cards. He reveals four aces. The moral of the lesson "Never Trust a Chinaman".
Condition
Excellent and Bright