Premier Auction - Session II
Sat, Apr 10, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 720
Dutch Independence Cast Iron Fireback Dated 1664
Estimate: $500 - $700
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
probably German for the Dutch market, 17th century, arched top inscribed ''HOLLANDIA'' and surmounted by a shell crest flanked by dolphins above ''PRO PATRIA'' and a reclining female figure holding a pike alongside a Dutch lion wielding a sword, dated "1664" flanked with the letters ''HH'' and ''IS'', 28-3/4 x 21-1/2 in.Note: The Victoria and Albert Museum in London has a similar cast iron fireback without the inscribed "Hollandia" at top and the date is missing at bottom. For a discussion of this design, please see https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O324525/fireback-unknown/FIREBACK - Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
separation at bottom center, typical wear from age and use
Condition
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